KJV ORIGINAL
The nakedness of thy father’s wife shalt thou not uncover: it is thy father’s nakedness.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Do not have sexual relations with your father's wife; this would dishonor your father.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse forbids sexual relations with one's stepmother, as it would bring shame and dishonor to one's father.
📚 Historical Context
This command was part of God's moral laws given to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land. The surrounding pagan cultures often had loose sexual boundaries, including within families, but God was establishing clear moral standards for His people. These laws protected family relationships and maintained proper respect within households.
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