Removing the landmark.
1. A dishonest act.
2. A deceitful act.
3. A covetous act.
4. An injurious act.
Nothing would as a rule be more keenly resented than this mean attempt to rob the owner of land of a bit of his ancient possession.—J.O.
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Deuteronomy 19:14
Deuteronomy 19:14
The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public Domain
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