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NASB | 1 Corinthians 7:39 ¶ A wife is bound as long as her husband lives; but if her husband is dead, she is free to be married to whom she wishes, only in the Lord. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 7:39 ¶ A wife is bound [to her husband by law] as long as he lives. But if her husband dies, she is free to marry whomever she wishes, only [provided that he too is] in the Lord. |
Subject: Should a woman pursue a man? |
Bible Note: Greetings SoldieroftheCross1993, Bows44 gave a great answer that stated that Ruth pursued Boaz for marriage (see Book of Ruth), and she is also listed as part of the genealogical line of Christ (Matthew 1:5). Blessings to you, Makarios |