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We have clear scriptural examples of that, it's certainly permissible and could be God's solution for some unique women in rare circumstances. However as a general rule a prostitute would not be good marriage material, so I wouldn't have this as...

This is actually a very big deal to me, as a proponent of “sex equals one flesh” it in my opinion is the biggest argument against my position. From a practical standpoint it isn’t. Obviously a married woman is far different than a harlot (I...

Agreed. If the circumstances present themselves, even then, be cautious. True story, but details are deliberately vague. The person involved didn’t tell me to indulge online. I know a man who was working in a church oversees. As is my custom...

The situation of each woman, whether an ex-prostitute or divorcee, is going to be as unique as it is for every other woman. Just as every man is in a different set of circumstances, so his ability to take on such responsibility will differ...

It’s hard to judge, in this day and age, just exactly what “justly” is. I would just check with her ex and see if he wants her back. If he doesn’t, especially if it’s in an email, I’d consider her acceptably divorced.

Fair winds and following seas!

Dear BF Community and Leadership Team, I joined this site 12 years ago. This community was so helpful in answering and navigating really complicated passages. Also your support for me and my family personally was so welcome and supportive...

I agree. An honest prostitute (retired of course) is far preferable to a dishonest whore.

It may be safer than marrying a woman who have unjustly divorced her husband. This may be true because in God's eyes she still belongs to her alive husband.

Interesting distinction, it makes sense. But am I wrong to think that it is acceptable and perhaps honorable to convert a prostitute to be a wife, for oneself or for others. Meaning approaching a prostitute and telling her, "you do not have to...

This is actually a very big deal to me, as a proponent of “sex equals one flesh” it in my opinion is the biggest argument against my position. From a practical standpoint it isn’t. Obviously a married woman is far different than a harlot (I...

Proverbs 6:26 is very interesting. It is translated in various ways in different translations, some of which don't seem to make much logical sense. But the NRSV renders it extremely interestingly: Proverbs 6:23-35 For the commandment is a lamp...

What is NOT is more clear; mixing the 'holy' or set apart with the profane, and adopting pagan practices that YHVH says He hates, while calling it acceptable to Him.

I write not from the perspective of a theologian but as an observer. Observe nature not as a proof text but just observe: On my tiny parcel of land were planted lots of trees. A few leyland cypress trees rimmed the fenceline. I observe that there...

Agreed. If the circumstances present themselves, even then, be cautious. True story, but details are deliberately vague. The person involved didn’t tell me to indulge online. I know a man who was working in a church oversees. As is my custom...