THEOSISWlastow G.K.
This principle derives from the inherent right to self-defense. A nighttime intruder, armed with tools for breaking in, may strike a person who confronts him, motivated by the fear of being caught. At night, a thief is often only visible up close, which justifies the lethal response without concern for the repercussions. However, this justification shifts with the arrival of dawn. In daylight, a thief can be spotted from a distance, and if he attempts to flee, one can pursue him and summon others to assist in his capture. Under Roman law, distinctions were made between the nocturnal thief (fur nocturnus) and the daylight thief (fur manifestus), allowing for immediate action against the robber. The regulations encompassed by the Twelve Tables provide further insight into this subject.
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In the case of Hebrews sold into servitude, Jewish law generally dictated that their servitude lasted only until the seventh year, after which they would attain freedom. In contrast, perpetual slaves purchased from foreign nations are addressed in Leviticus, where it is stated that the Hebrews may acquire slaves from surrounding nations for ownership and can bequeath them as an inheritance.