Forbidden to eat or benefit from an animal condemned to be stoned.
This mitzvah prohibits deriving any benefit from an animal sentenced to death by stoning, such as an ox that kills a person. The Torah specifies that not only may its meat not be eaten, but no use may be made of the animal in any form. This underscores the principle that property involved in a crime resulting in the loss of life becomes defiled and unusable, highlighting the gravity of bloodshed in the eyes of the Torah.
Commentary & Classical Explanation:
Represents the concept of spiritual intentionality, purity, and sanctity—set apart for a higher purpose.
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