Marriage with a deceased wife's sister

Marriage with a Deceased Wife’s Sister by M. W. Mayow M.A. is a detailed examination of Leviticus XVIII. 18 in connection with the law of the Levirate. The author M. W. Mayow addresses a letter to the Lord Hatherley the Lord High Chancellor of England expressing his concerns about the proposed Wife’s Sister’s Marriage Bill. Mayow argues that the advocates for changing the marriage law rely heavily on Leviticus XVIII. 18 which they interpret as allowing a man to marry his deceased wife’s sister. However Mayow contends that this interpretation is flawed and that the verse should be understood as a specific exception rather than a general permission. He suggests that the verse prohibits a man from marrying his wife’s sister if his own wife is still alive to prevent rivalry and vexation. Mayow''s analysis highlights the importance of interpreting scripture accurately and the potential consequences of altering long-standing marriage laws. The book provides a thorough examination of the biblical text and offers a compelling argument against changing the existing marriage laws. The end of the book delves into a detailed analysis of Leviticus xviii. 18 focusing on the interpretation of the law regarding marriage with a brother''s wife or a sister''s husband. The author argues against the proposed changes to the marriage law emphasizing the importance of understanding the context and implications of the biblical text. The discussion includes references to the Mishna and other scholarly interpretations highlighting the complexity and significance of the issue at hand. The author addresses objections and provides counterarguments emphasizing the moral and theological considerations involved in the interpretation of the law. The appendix includes additional perspectives and insights from various sources shedding light on the historical and cultural context of the biblical laws. The overall tone is scholarly and analytical aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter for the reader.