- Widows were cared for by their extended family (Ruth 1:8-9).
- Widows were allowed to remarry (Deuteronomy 24:1-4).
- Widows were protected from exploitation and abuse (Exodus 22:22).
- Widows were provided for by the community (Deuteronomy 26:12-13).
- Widows were given special consideration in court (Deuteronomy 24:17).
- Widows were given an inheritance (Numbers 27:1-11).
- Widows were given preferential treatment in the Temple (Leviticus 21:1-3).
- Widows were allowed to eat of the tithe (Deuteronomy 14:28-29).
- Widows were included in the census (Exodus 38:26).
- Widows were included in the offerings of the firstfruits (Exodus 23:19).
- Widows were allowed to glean in the fields (Leviticus 19:9-10).
- Widows were given special provisions in the Levitical law (Deuteronomy 10:18).
- Widows were allowed to make vows to God (Numbers 30:9).
- Widows were given the right to avenge their husbands (Deuteronomy 25:11-12).
- Widows were not to be oppressed or taken advantage of (Exodus 22:22-24).
15 Unique Bible Facts about Widows
