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Deuteronomy 21:16

King James Version (KJV)

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Deuteronomy 21:16

Verse 16 of 23

Scripture focus

Then it shall be, when he maketh his sons to inherit [that] which he hath, [that] he may not make the son of the beloved firstborn before the son of the hated, [which is indeed] the firstborn:

Deuteronomy 21:16 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Deuteronomy 21:16

Theological / Devotional

Sons to inherit. Note that only sons are spoken of, not daughters, for the latter were not entitled to a double portion. Jewish tradition is that only sons born before the death of the father were so privileged. A posthumous son was not entitled to a double portion.

He may not make. This is equivalent to the modern execution of a will (see Genesis 24:36 ; 25:5).

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