Deuteronomy 24:2
Deuteronomy 24:2 Meaning and Explanation
“And when she is departed out of his house, she may go and be another man's wife.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A divorced woman is free to remarry another man.
The Context of Deuteronomy 24:2
The outcome of formal divorce.
What Does Deuteronomy 24:2 Mean?
Once divorced, the woman regains her status as a single person able to enter a new marriage covenant. This provision affirmed the woman's person hood and her right to a new household and future within Israel.
The law presumes remarriage as a normal path forward, treating the first divorce as a definitive ending that does not permanently bind her.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 24:2
What does Deuteronomy 24:2 mean?
A divorced woman is free to remarry another man.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 24:2?
The outcome of formal divorce.