Numbers 30 - Introduction - Matthew Henry's Whole Bible Commentary

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N U M B E R S

CHAP. XXX.

      In this chapter we have a law concerning vows, which had been mentioned in the close of the foregoing chapter. I. Here is a general rule laid down that all vows must be carefully performed, Numbers 30:1; Numbers 30:2. II. Some particular exceptions to this rule. 1. That the vows of daughters should not be binding unless allowed by the father, Numbers 30:3-5. Nor, 2. The vows of wives unless allowed by the husband, Numbers 30:6-16, &c.