And the man that lieth with his father’s wife hath uncovered his father’s nakedness: both of them shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them.
If a man sleeps with his father's wife, he has dishonored his father in the worst way. Both the man and the woman must be put to death, and they are responsible for their own punishment.
This verse establishes that intimate relationships with a stepmother were considered a serious violation of family honor that carried the death penalty in ancient Israel.
📚 Historical Context
This law was given to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, distinguishing their moral standards from the surrounding pagan nations. In ancient Near Eastern cultures, family honor and proper relationships were foundational to social order. These laws helped establish Israel as a holy nation set apart for God's purposes.
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