Translations
Modern
But if the man encounters a betrothed woman in the open country, and he overpowers her and lies with her, only the man who has done this must die.
Traditional
But if a man find a betrothed damsel in the field, and the man force her, and lie with her: then the man only that lay with her shall die:
Literal
But if in the countryside the man finds a young woman betrothed, and the man forces her and lies with her, only the man who lay with her shall die.
Latin
Sin autem in agro repererit vir puellam, quæ desponsata est, et apprehendens concubuerit cum ea, ipse morietur solus:
Original
Hebrew
English
But if the man encounters a betrothed woman in the open country, and he overpowers her and lies with her, only the man who has done this must die.
Notes
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Adultery Archaeology and the Bible Biblical Concept of Law Covenant Deuteronomy, Book of Family Life and Relations
Topics
Adultery: Penalties For Church: Rules of Discipline In, Mosaic and Christian Molestation Punishment: Death Penalty for the Rape of a Betrothed (Engaged) Virgin Rape: The Law of Moses Imposed Death Penalty For Seduction: Laws Concerning Woman: Young: Punishment for Seducing, when Betrothed Women: Punishment to be Inflicted Upon Men for Seducing, when Betrothed