Levirate
[levirit]
Definition
(noun.) the biblical institution whereby a man must marry the widow of his childless brother in order to maintain the brother's line.
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Definition
(a.) Alt. of Leviratical
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Definition
n. marriage between a man and a childless brother's widow—an obligation amongst the ancient Hebrews.—adj. Levirat′ical.—n. Levirā′tion.
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