Numbers 30:9

“But every vow of a widow, and of her that is divorced, wherewith they have bound their souls, shall stand against her.”

"But every vow of a widow, and of her that is divorced, wherewith they have bound their souls, shall stand against her." - Numbers 30:9
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What does Numbers 30:9 mean?

Numbers 30:9 (KJV) states: "But every vow of a widow, and of her that is divorced, wherewith they have bound their souls, shall stand against her." This verse is found within the Old Testament and addresses the issue of vows made by widows and divorced women. A vow is a solemn…

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The Weight of Vows: Understanding Commitment and Spiritual Integrity

In the book of Numbers, chapter 30, verse 9, we find an intriguing yet sobering precept that highlights the gravity of vows and commitments made, particularly by widows and divorced women. The verse states, "But every vow of a widow, and of her that is divorced, wherewith they…

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A Prayer for Commitment and Fulfillment of Vows

Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, my heart is filled with reverence and gratitude for Your unwavering love, grace, and the teachings of Your Holy Word. Lord, I acknowledge the profound wisdom contained within the Scriptures, and I reflect on the words from Numbers…

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Numbers 11:30 - "And Moses gat him into the camp, he and the elders of Israel."
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Numbers 2:30 - "And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were fifty and three thousand and four hundred."
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Numbers 23:30 - "And Balak did as Balaam had said, and offered a bullock and a ram on every altar."
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Numbers 32:30 - "But if they will not pass over with you armed, they shall have possessions among you in the land of Canaan."
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Numbers 10:30 - "And he said unto him, I will not go; but I will depart to mine own land, and to my kindred."
Numbers 30:1 - "And Moses spake unto the heads of the tribes concerning the children of Israel, saying, This is the thing which the LORD hath commanded."
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1 Chronicles 9:30 - "And some of the sons of the priests made the ointment of the spices."
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Numbers 30:3 - "If a woman also vow a vow unto the LORD, and bind herself by a bond, being in her father's house in her youth;"
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Numbers 14:30 (KJVA) 30 Doubtless ye shall not come into the land, concerning which I sware to make you dwell therein, save Caleb the son of Jephunneh, and Joshua the son of Nun.
Numbers 30:13 - "Every vow, and every binding oath to afflict the soul, her husband may establish it, or her husband may make it void."