Deuteronomy 22:20

But if this thing be true, and the tokens of virginity be not found for the damsel:

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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 22:20

BSB

If, however, this accusation is true, and no proof of the young woman's virginity can be found,

AKJV

But if this thing be true, and the tokens of virginity be not found for the damsel:

CPDV

But if what he has claimed is true and virginity is not found in the girl,

ERV

But if this thing be true, that the tokens of virginity were not found in the damsel:

NHEB

But if this thing be true, that the tokens of virginity were not found in the young woman;

SMT

And if this word was the truth, and the signs of virginity not found for the maiden:

Word Study (Strong’s) for Deuteronomy 22:20

ButifthisthingH1697Noun MasculinebeTRUEH571andthetokensofvirginityH1331Noun FemininebenotfoundH4672VerbforthedamselH5291Noun Feminine

Commentary for Deuteronomy 22:20

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Deuteronomy 22:20

Summary

Evidence contradicts bride's innocence claim

Event

Alternative scenario presented

Estimated Time Period

c. 1400-1200 BC