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Widow
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According to the Bible, a widow is a privileged person, who is to be protected and maintained (Exodus 22.21; Deuteronomy 27.19). She is entitled to payment of the sum stipulated by her husband in the marriage contract, or alternatively to support by her husband's descendants. ... log in or subscribe to read full text
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