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Yahweh spoke to Moses, saying,
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God, Guardian of Marriage
Commentators explain that this verse introduces a law with a dual purpose. It aims to deter women from adultery by revealing God as the guardian of marital faithfulness, but it also protects innocent women from the destructive consequences of a husband's unsubstantiated jealousy, thereby preserving the marriage bond.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The trial of jealousy. Since the crime of adultery is especially defiling and destructive of the very foundations of social order, the whole subjec…
16th Century
Protestant
And the Lord spoke to Moses. Although this ceremony appears to be part of the legal services, I have nevertheless decided to address it he…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the Lord spoke to Moses At the same time, and delivered to him a new law:
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This law would make the women of Israel vigilant against giving cause for suspicion. On the other hand, it would prevent the cruel treatment such s…
