Deuteronomy 22:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

If any man take a wife, and go in unto her, and hate her,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

If a man marries a woman, sleeps with her, and then decides he hates her,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse begins a law about what happens when a husband turns against his wife after marriage and intimacy.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context of ancient Israel, Deuteronomy 22:13 is part of the Mosaic Law given by Moses to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, addressing various aspects of daily life and social order. This verse specifically deals with marital disputes in a patriarchal society, where laws were established to protect women from false accusations and ensure justice within the community. These regulations reflected God's concern for fairness and the sanctity of marriage amid a culture where family stability was crucial for societal harmony.

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