The Matthew Bible’s translation of Malachi 2:16 honours the dignity of an abused wife and protects her safety. It restrains a hard-hearted man from endlessly exploiting and abusing his wife, having chained her to him in wedlock. It also restrains men from callously impoverishing and maligning their ex-wives. It validates the desire for justice and… Continue reading Updated! “If thou hatest her, put her away, and give her a clothing for the scorn” – Malachi 2:16 in the Matthew Bible
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“If thou hatest her, put her away, and give her a clothing for the scorn” – Malachi 2:16 in the Matthew Bible
Post substantially updated Sept 2026. The Matthew Bible's translation of Malachi 2:16 honours the dignity of an abused wife and protects her safety. It restrains a hard-hearted man from endlessly exploiting and abusing his wife, having chained her to him in wedlock. It also restrains men from callously impoverishing and maligning their ex-wives. If thou… Continue reading “If thou hatest her, put her away, and give her a clothing for the scorn” – Malachi 2:16 in the Matthew Bible