37. For he that hath determined being steadfast in his heart, having no necessity, but having power of his own will; and hath judged this in his heart, to keep his virgin, doth well.
38. Therefore, both he that giveth his virgin in marriage, doth well; and he that giveth her not, doth better.
39. A woman is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth; but if her husband die, she is at liberty: let her marry to whom she will; only in the Lord.
40. But more blessed shall she be, if she so remain, according to my counsel; and I think that I also have the spirit of God.