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Matthew 19:7

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
They say unto him, Why did Moses then command to give a writing of divorcement, and to put her away?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

They shot back at him, 'So why did Moses make it a rule that you could write up divorce papers and send your wife away?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

They're basically asking Jesus why the old law allowed divorce if marriage is supposed to be permanent.

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