ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Death penalty in the Bible

Okay kiddo, so the death penalty is when someone is punished by being put to death. Now, in the Bible, there are certain things that are considered very bad and deserving of the death penalty.

For example, if someone murders another person on purpose, they can be put to death. There are also other things that can result in the death penalty, like being disobedient to your parents or practicing witchcraft.

But it's important to remember that the Bible was written a long time ago, and some people today don't believe in using the death penalty as a punishment. It's up to each person to decide what they believe is right.