Deuteronomy 25:6

And it shall be, that the firstborn which she beareth shall succeed in the name of his brother which is dead, that his name be not put out of Israel.

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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 25:6

BSB
The first son she bears will carry on the name of the dead brother, so that his name will not be blotted out from Israel.
AKJV
And it shall be, that the firstborn which she bears shall succeed in the name of his brother which is dead, that his name be not put out of Israel.
CPDV
And the first son from her, he shall call by his brother's name, so that his name will not be abolished from Israel.
ERV
And it shall be, that the firstborn which she beareth shall succeed in the name of his brother which is dead, that his name be not blotted out of Israel.
NHEB
It shall be, that the firstborn whom she bears shall succeed in the name of his brother who is dead, that his name not be blotted out of Israel.
SMT
And it is the first-born which she shall bear shall rise up upon the name of his brother the dead, and his name shall not be wiped from Israel.

Commentary for Deuteronomy 25:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Deuteronomy 25:6
Summary
Offspring inherit deceased husband's lineage
Place
Israel
Event
Heir lineage assignment
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Law