Vergeltung
Vergeltung is a German word that translates to "retribution" or "vengeance" in English. It describes the act of inflicting punishment or harm on someone in retaliation for a perceived wrong or injury. The concept of Vergeltung is deeply rooted in various legal and ethical systems, often appearing in discussions of justice, punishment, and the consequences of actions.
Historically, the principle of "an eye for an eye," or *lex talionis*, can be seen as a
In modern legal discourse, the term is less commonly used than "retribution" or "punishment." However, the underlying