KJV ORIGINAL
The wife is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth; but if her husband be dead, she is at liberty to be married to whom she will; only in the Lord.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
A wife is committed to her husband for his whole life. But if her husband dies, she's free to marry whoever she wants — just make sure it's someone who shares your faith.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Marriage is a lifetime commitment, but if your spouse passes away, you get to choose love again (with someone who gets your values).
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