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606 B
Markdown
19 lines
606 B
Markdown
## with her head uncovered ##
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without a veil, which was worn on the top of the head, extending down past the shoulders, but leaving the face uncovered.
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## dishonors her head ##
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Possible meanings are 1) “brings disgrace on herself” (UDB), or 2) “brings disgrace on her husband.”
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## as if her head were shaved ##
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As if she had removed all the hair on her head with a razor.
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## If it is disgraceful for a woman... ##
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Unlike modern times, it was a mark of disgrace or humiliation for a woman to have her hair shaved off or cut short.
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## cover her head ##
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"place a cloth or veil over her head." |