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Deuteronomy 22:29

Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 bbe — A man may not take his father's wife or have sex relations with a woman who is his father's.

Bible in Basic English

"A man may not take his father's wife or have sex relations with a woman who is his father's."

— Deuteronomy 22:30-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 in Other Translations

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Deuteronomy 22 — Context

27

For he came across her in the open country, and there was no one to come to the help of the virgin in answer to her cry.

28

If a man sees a young virgin, who has not given her word to be married to anyone, and he takes her by force and has connection with her, and discovery is made of it;

29

Then the man will have to give the virgin's father fifty shekels of silver and make her his wife, because he has put shame on her; he may never put her away all his life.

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A man may not take his father's wife or have sex relations with a woman who is his father's.

Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 say?
Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “A man may not take his father's wife or have sex relations with a woman who is his father's.”
Where is Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 22, verses 30–1964.
Who wrote Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Largely framed as Moses' farewell speeches; the closing chapter narrating his death was likely added by Joshua or a later editor. It was written c. 1406 BC.
What is the book of Deuteronomy about?
Deuteronomy is Moses' final sermons to Israel before they enter the Promised Land — a renewed call to love and obey the LORD. It re-states the Law, rehearses Israel's history, and lays before the people blessing for obedience and curse for rebellion.
What are the major themes of Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy explores themes including Covenant, Love, Obedience, Remembrance, Blessing & Curse. These themes shape the meaning and context of Deuteronomy 22:30-1964.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 in?
Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Deuteronomy 22:30-1964?
Deuteronomy 22:30-1964 reads (BBE): “A man may not take his father's wife or have sex relations with a woman who is his father's.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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