Exodus 22:16
“And if a man entice a maid that is not betrothed, and lie with her, he shall surely endow her to be his wife.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And if a man entice a maid, that is not betrothed,.... For one might be betrothed according to the custom of those…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
If a man entice a maid - This was an exceedingly wise and humane law, and must have operated powerfully against…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Exodus 22:16-24
Here is, I. A law that he who debauched a young woman should be obliged to marry her, Exo 22:16, Exo 22:17. If she was…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Exodus 22:16-17
Compensation for the seduction of an unbetrothed maiden The unmarried and unbetrothed daughter counts as part of her…