Restorative Justice in The Bible

Biblical Restorative Justice is a framework for justice that is grounded in the teachings of the Bible and emphasizes the importance of repairing harm caused by wrongdoing, reconciling relationships, and restoring wholeness to individuals and communities. It is based on the idea that justice is not just about punishing offenders, but also about healing and restoring both victims and offenders.
Restorative justice seeks to address the root causes of conflict and harm, and to bring about a transformation in the lives of both the victim and the offender. It is based on the belief that all individuals are created in the image of God and have inherent dignity and worth, and that justice should be focused on restoring that dignity and worth.
Restorative justice is practiced through processes such as victim-offender mediation, community conferencing, and family group conferencing, which bring together those affected by a crime or conflict to talk about the harm that has been done and to find ways to repair that harm. This approach seeks to promote healing, forgiveness, and reconciliation, and to create a sense of community ownership and responsibility for justice.