Deuteronomy 22:17 Meaning and Explanation
“And, lo, he hath given occasions of speech against her, saying, I found not thy daughter a maid; and yet these are the tokens of my daughter's virginity. And they shall spread the cloth before the elders of the city.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The father refutes the husband's claim by producing physical evidence of his daughter's virginity.
The Context of Deuteronomy 22:17
The presentation of evidence that settles the dispute.
What Does Deuteronomy 22:17 Mean?
The tokens are displayed before witnesses in the official assembly. Visual, material proof contradicts the husband's words. The evidence is decisive: the law trusts what the cloth demonstrates.
The father addresses the accusation directly, calling it false speech. By proving virginity, he vindicates his daughter's reputation and establishes the husband as a liar under oath.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 22:17
What does Deuteronomy 22:17 mean?
The father refutes the husband's claim by producing physical evidence of his daughter's virginity.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 22:17?
The presentation of evidence that settles the dispute.