Leviticus 18:16

Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy brother's wife: it is thy brother's nakedness.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Leviticus 18:16

BSB
You must not have sexual relations with your brother's wife; that would shame your brother.
AKJV
You shall not uncover the nakedness of your brother's wife: it is your brother's nakedness.
CPDV
You shall not uncover the nakedness of your brother's wife; for it is the nakedness of your brother.
ERV
Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy brother's wife: it is thy brother's nakedness.
NHEB
"'You shall not uncover the nakedness of your brother's wife: it is your brother's nakedness.
SMT
The nakedness of thy brother's wife thou shalt not uncover: it is thy brother's nakedness.

Commentary for Leviticus 18:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Leviticus 18:16
Summary
Prohibit sexual relations with brother's wife
Event
Brother's wife protection mandated
Estimated Time Period
c. 1440 BC
Category
Law