Deuteronomy 21:12
12 then thou hast brought her in unto the midst of thy household, and she hath shaved her head, and prepared her nails,
Young's Literal Translation is in the public domain.
12 then thou hast brought her in unto the midst of thy household, and she hath shaved her head, and prepared her nails,
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Deuteronomy 21:12
Commentary on Deuteronomy 21:10-14
(Read Deuteronomy 21:10-14)
By this law a soldier was allowed to marry his captive, if he pleased. This might take place upon some occasions; but the law does not show any approval of it. It also intimates how binding the laws of justice and honour are in marriage; which is a sacred engagement.