Deuteronomy 22:20 Meaning and Explanation
“But if this thing be true, and the tokens of virginity be not found for the damsel:”
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Read Full Chapter →If the tokens of virginity cannot be produced and the husband's accusation is proven true.
The Context of Deuteronomy 22:20
Establishing the contrary case when the wife's virginity claim cannot be proven.
What Does Deuteronomy 22:20 Mean?
The scenario shifts: the wife's parents cannot produce evidence of her virginity. The husband's claim stands verified. The law now protects the community from marriages based on deception.
The absence of evidence becomes its own form of evidence. The bride-price was paid under false pretense if she was not a virgin. Justice requires a different outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 22:20
What does Deuteronomy 22:20 mean?
If the tokens of virginity cannot be produced and the husband's accusation is proven true.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 22:20?
Establishing the contrary case when the wife's virginity claim cannot be proven.