The Bible affirms that God has entrusted human governments with the responsibility to uphold justice, including the use of capital punishment for the most serious crimes (Genesis 9:5-6; Romans 13:4). The Old Testament prescribes the death penalty for numerous offenses, reflecting the sacredness of life and the need to maintain moral order (Exodus 21:12; Leviticus 20:10-13). The New Testament shows that while believers are not called to enforce Old Testament law, governments are still authorized to administer justice (Romans 13:1-4; 1 Peter 2:13‑14) Capital punishment should only be applied with careful judgment and due process (Deuteronomy 17:6; Numbers 35:30-31). Ultimately, Scripture presents it as a divinely sanctioned tool to protect society, deter wrongdoing, and honor the value of human life.