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Deuteronomy 22:16

King James Version (KJV)

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And the damsel’s father shall say unto the elders, I gave my daughter unto this man to wife, and he hateth her;

Deuteronomy 22:16 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Deuteronomy 22:16

Theological / Devotional

The damsel’s father. The mother apparently did not take an active part in the public defense, but her presence there is proof of her close interest in the case.

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