The 7th Commandment Expanded - Thou Shalt Not Commit Adultery (Deuteronomy 22: 9-30)

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Episode Notes:

Introduction

• The Ten Commandments, given by the Lord to Moses, are widely known and respected as an ethical code.
• Deuteronomy serves as a detailed exposition of these commandments, providing specific applications.
• Deuteronomy 22, specifically addressing the seventh commandment, "You shall not commit adultery."

Themes of Separation and Purity

• Deuteronomy 22 begins with themes of separation and purity, setting the stage for the discussion on sexual immorality.
• The initial verses, seemingly unrelated to sexual sin, emphasize the importance of maintaining purity in various aspects of life.

Verses 9-11: Object Lessons of Separation

1. Do not plant two kinds of seed in your vineyard (v.9):
   • Similar to Leviticus 19:19.
   • Emphasis on keeping seeds pure and separate.
2. Do not plough with an ox and a donkey yoked together (v.10):
   • Similar to Leviticus 19:19.
   • Emphasis on not mixing different kinds of animals.
3. Do not wear clothes of wool and linen woven together (v.11):
   • Similar to Leviticus 19:19.
   • Emphasis on keeping garments pure and separate.

Verse 12: Tassels as Reminders

• Make tassels on the four corners of the cloak you wear (v.12):
  • Purpose: Reminders to keep God's commandments.
  • Explained further in Numbers 15:38-40.

Verses 13-30: Cases of Sexual Immorality

1. False Accusation of Infidelity (v.13-19):
   • If a husband falsely accuses his wife of not being a virgin, her parents can provide evidence to the city elders.
   • Consequences for the husband: Punishment, a fine, and a lifelong prohibition on divorcing his wife.
2. True Accusation of Infidelity (v.20-21):
   • If the accusation is true, the woman faces severe punishment for committing sexual immorality and deception.
3. Adultery (v.22):
   • Both parties involved in adultery are to be put to death.
4. Rape of a Betrothed Woman (v.23-27):
   • Differentiates between consensual relations and rape.
   • The man who rapes a betrothed woman in the country is put to death; the woman is not punished.
5. Rape of an Unbetrothed Virgin (v.28-29):
   • The man must marry the woman and can never divorce her, serving as a deterrent to rape.
6. Incestuous Relationship (v.30):
   • Prohibits marrying a father's wife, emphasizing the sanctity of family relationships.

Conclusion

• Deuteronomy 22 emphasizes separation and purity in various forms. The seventh

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