But if this thing be true, and the tokens of virginity be not found for the damsel:
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Verse 20 is found in chapter 22 of Deuteronomy. Laws concerning accusations against a wife, adultery, seduction, and other sexual situations establish different procedures and responsibilities. The text treats sexuality within the framework of covenant, family reputation, and communal justice. The various cases show that Deuteronomy does not apply a single penalty to every situation, but distinguishes specific circumstances.
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Compare Deuteronomy 22:20 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Ist's aber Wahrheit, daß die Dirne nicht ist Jungfrau gefunden,
Mas si este negocio fue verdad, que no se hubiere hallado virginidad en la moza,
Mais si le fait est vrai, si la jeune femme ne s'est point trouvée vierge,
Ma se la cosa è vera, che quella giovane non sia stata trovata vergine;
Porém se isto for verdadeiro, isto é, que a virgindade não se achou na moça,
但若這事是真的,找不到女子貞潔的憑據,
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