Leviticus 18:8

The nakedness of thy father's wife shalt thou not uncover: it is thy father's nakedness.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Leviticus 18:8

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

Commentary for Leviticus 18:8

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Leviticus 18:8
Summary
Prohibit sexual contact with stepmother
Event
Stepparent protection mandated
Estimated Time Period
c. 1440 BC
Category
Law