The Christian Bible is both the Old and New Testament. The Old Testament clearly gives instances where the death penalty is commanded. The New Testament does not give guidance quite as specific. It does recognize the state has the authority to prosecute and hand down the death penalty in Romans Chapter 13. As for Thou Shalt Not Kill, that is directed at the individual, not the state. Not sure if that helps.

The Christian Bible is both the Old and New Testament. The Old Testament clearly gives instances where the death penalty is commanded. The New Testament does not give guidance quite as specific. It does recognize the state has the authority to prosecute and hand down the death penalty for n Romans Chapter 13. As for Thou Shalt Not Kill, that is directed at the individual, not the state. Not sure if that helps.