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- Leviticus
- Chapter 20
- Verse 12
Leviticus 20:12
“And if a man lie with his daughter in law, both of them shall surely be put to death: they have wrought confusion; their blood shall be upon them.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
If a man lie with his daughter in law,.... His son's wife, whether in the lifetime of his son, or after his death, or…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
They have wrought confusion - See Leviticus 18, and especially the note on Lev 18:6 (note).
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Leviticus 20:10-21
Sins against the seventh commandment are here ordered to be severely punished. These are sins which, of all others,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Leviticus 20:10-21
Directions on the whole similar to those of Lev 18:6-20; Lev 18:22-23, but adding penalties for transgression.
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