And if the latter husband hate her, and write her a bill of divorcement, and giveth it in her hand, and sendeth her out of his house; or if the latter husband die, which took her to be his wife;
And if this second husband also comes to hate her and writes her a divorce certificate, puts it in her hand, and sends her away from his house; or if this second husband who married her dies;
This verse is continuing a law about what happens when a woman's second marriage also ends, either through divorce or her husband's death.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of ancient Israel, the laws in Deuteronomy were given by Moses to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, providing guidelines for social and family matters in a patriarchal society. This verse specifically addresses scenarios involving divorce and remarriage, where a woman's status and protections were outlined to prevent exploitation and ensure some measure of security. It reflects the cultural norms of the time, where written divorce documents were required to formalize separations and protect individuals in a community governed by God's covenant.
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