36. But if any man think that he seemeth dishonoured, with regard to his virgin, for that she is above the age, and it must so be: let him do what he will; he sinneth not, if she marry.
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.