1883 Haydock Douay Rheims Bible

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Tobit 7:14

And I believe he hath therefore made you come to me, that this maid might be married to one of her own kindred, *according to the law of Moses: and now doubt not but I will give her to thee.

Numbers 36:6.

Moses. It was not so much in force during the captivity, particularly as Raguel had only moveables; and therefore the seven former husbands had not been near relations. (Menochius) --- It was a disgrace to refuse marrying a relation, who was an heiress, Numbers 36:6., and Ruth 4:6. (Calmet)