Exodus 22:16-17
Christian Standard Bible
Laws about Seduction
16 “If a man seduces a virgin who is not engaged, and he sleeps with her, he must certainly pay the bridal price for her to be his wife. 17 If her father absolutely refuses to give her to him, he must pay an amount in silver equal to the bridal price for virgins.(A)
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Exodus 22:16-17
Lexham English Bible
Regulations Regarding Various Offences
16 “‘If a man seduces a virgin who is not engaged and he lies with her, he surely will give her bride price to have her as his wife.[a] 17 If her father absolutely refuses to give her to him, he will weigh out money according to the bride price for the virgin.
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- Exodus 22:16 Literally “for him for a woman”
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