Exodus 22:16
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King James Version (modern wording)
And if a man entice a maid that is not betrothed, and lie with her, he shall surely secure her to be his wife.
Exodus 22:16 (KJV)
American Standard Version
And if a man entice a virgin that is not betrothed, and lie with her, he shall surely pay a dowry for her to be his wife.
Exodus 22:16 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
If a man seduces a virgin who is not pledged in marriage and sleeps with her, he must pay the full dowry for her to be his wife.
Exodus 22:16 (BSB)
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What does Exodus 22:16 say?
Exodus 22:16 in modern King James wording reads: "And if a man entice a maid that is not betrothed, and lie with her, he shall surely secure her to be his wife."
Where is Exodus 22:16 found in the Bible?
Exodus 22:16 is verse 16 of chapter 22 of the book of Exodus, in the Old Testament. Exodus has 40 chapters.
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