Numbers 30:4
New International Version
and her father hears about her vow or pledge but says nothing to her, then all her vows and every pledge by which she obligated herself will stand.

New Living Translation
and her father hears of the vow or pledge and does not object to it, then all her vows and pledges will stand.

English Standard Version
and her father hears of her vow and of her pledge by which she has bound herself and says nothing to her, then all her vows shall stand, and every pledge by which she has bound herself shall stand.

Berean Standard Bible
and her father hears about her vow or pledge but says nothing to her, then all the vows or pledges by which she has bound herself shall stand.

King James Bible
And her father hear her vow, and her bond wherewith she hath bound her soul, and her father shall hold his peace at her: then all her vows shall stand, and every bond wherewith she hath bound her soul shall stand.

New King James Version
and her father hears her vow and the agreement by which she has bound herself, and her father holds his peace, then all her vows shall stand, and every agreement with which she has bound herself shall stand.

New American Standard Bible
and her father hears her vow and her obligation under which she has put herself, and her father says nothing to her, then all her vows shall remain valid and every binding obligation under which she has put herself shall remain valid.

NASB 1995
and her father hears her vow and her obligation by which she has bound herself, and her father says nothing to her, then all her vows shall stand and every obligation by which she has bound herself shall stand.

NASB 1977
and her father hears her vow and her obligation by which she has bound herself, and her father says nothing to her, then all her vows shall stand, and every obligation by which she has bound herself shall stand.

Legacy Standard Bible
and her father hears her vow and her obligation by which she has bound herself, and her father says nothing to her, then all her vows shall stand, and every obligation by which she has bound herself shall stand.

Amplified Bible
and her father hears her vow and her pledge by which she has bound herself, and he offers no objection, then all her vows shall stand and every pledge by which she has bound herself shall stand.

Christian Standard Bible
and her father hears about her vow or the obligation she put herself under, and he says nothing to her, all her vows and every obligation she put herself under are binding.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and her father hears about her vow or the obligation she put herself under, and he says nothing to her, all her vows and every obligation she put herself under are binding.

American Standard Version
and her father heareth her vow, and her bond wherewith she hath bound her soul, and her father holdeth his peace at her; then all her vows shall stand, and every bond wherewith she hath bound her soul shall stand.

Contemporary English Version
If her father hears about it and says nothing, she must keep her promise.

English Revised Version
and her father heareth her vow, and her bond wherewith she hath bound her soul, and her father holdeth his peace at her: then all her vows shall stand, and every bond wherewith she hath bound her soul shall stand.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
If her father says nothing to her when he hears about it, her vow or oath must be kept.

Good News Translation
she must do everything that she vowed or promised unless her father raises an objection when he hears about it.

International Standard Version
and her father hears her vow and the obligations that she had pledged herself to fulfill, yet her father keeps silent about it, then all her vows and every obligation she pledged herself to are to stand.

Majority Standard Bible
and her father hears about her vow or pledge but says nothing to her, then all the vows or pledges by which she has bound herself shall stand.

NET Bible
and her father hears of her vow or the obligation to which she has pledged herself, and her father remains silent about her, then all her vows will stand, and every obligation to which she has pledged herself will stand.

New Heart English Bible
and her father hears her vow, and her bond with which she has bound her soul, and her father holds his peace at her; then all her vows shall stand, and every bond with which she has bound her soul shall stand.

Webster's Bible Translation
And her father shall hear her vow, and her bond with which she hath bound her soul, and her father shall hold his peace at her: then all her vows shall stand, and every bond with which she hath bound her soul shall stand.

World English Bible
and her father hears her vow and her pledge with which she has bound her soul, and her father says nothing to her, then all her vows shall stand, and every pledge with which she has bound her soul shall stand.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and her father has heard her vow and her bond which she has bound on her soul, and her father has kept silent to her, then all her vows have been established, and every bond which she has bound on her soul is established.

Young's Literal Translation
and her father hath heard her vow, and her bond which she hath bound on her soul, and her father hath kept silent at her, then have all her vows been established, and every bond which she hath bound on her soul is established.

Smith's Literal Translation
And her father heard her vow and her binding which she bound upon her soul, and her father was silent to her; and all her vows stood, and all the binding which she bound upon her soul shall stand.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Whatsoever she promised and swore, she shall fulfil in deed.

Catholic Public Domain Version
whatever she has promised or swore, she shall complete in deed.

New American Bible
and her father learns of her vow or the pledge to which she bound herself and says nothing to her about it, then any vow or any pledge to which she bound herself remains valid.

New Revised Standard Version
and her father hears of her vow or her pledge by which she has bound herself, and says nothing to her; then all her vows shall stand, and any pledge by which she has bound herself shall stand.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And her father hears of her vows and the bonds wherewith she has bound herself, and her father shall keep silent toward her; then all her vows shall stand and every bond wherewith she has bound herself shall stand.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And her father will hear the vow and the bond that she bound on herself and her father shall be silent to her, all of the vows and all the bonds that she bound on herself shall be confirmed.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and her father heareth her vow, or her bond wherewith she hath bound her soul, and her father holdeth his peace at her, then all her vows shall stand, and every bond wherewith she hath bound her soul shall stand.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and all the obligations with which she has bound her soul, shall remain to her.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Laws Concerning Vows
3And if a woman in her father’s house during her youth makes a vow to the LORD or obligates herself by a pledge, 4and her father hears about her vow or pledge but says nothing to her, then all the vows or pledges by which she has bound herself shall stand. 5But if her father prohibits her on the day he hears about it, then none of the vows or pledges by which she has bound herself shall stand. The LORD will absolve her because her father has prohibited her.…

Cross References
Matthew 5:33-37
Again, you have heard that it was said to the ancients, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill your vows to the Lord.’ / But I tell you not to swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God’s throne; / or by the earth, for it is His footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King. ...

James 5:12
Above all, my brothers, do not swear, not by heaven or earth or by any other oath. Simply let your “Yes” be yes, and your “No,” no, so that you will not fall under judgment.

Deuteronomy 23:21-23
If you make a vow to the LORD your God, do not be slow to keep it, because He will surely require it of you, and you will be guilty of sin. / But if you refrain from making a vow, you will not be guilty of sin. / Be careful to follow through on what comes from your lips, because you have freely vowed to the LORD your God with your own mouth.

Ecclesiastes 5:4-5
When you make a vow to God, do not delay in fulfilling it, because He takes no pleasure in fools. Fulfill your vow. / It is better not to vow than to make a vow and not fulfill it.

Judges 11:30-31
Jephthah made this vow to the LORD: “If indeed You will deliver the Ammonites into my hand, / then whatever comes out the door of my house to greet me on my triumphant return from the Ammonites will belong to the LORD, and I will offer it up as a burnt offering.”

Psalm 15:4
who despises the vile but honors those who fear the LORD, who does not revise a costly oath,

Leviticus 27:2-8
“Speak to the Israelites and say to them, ‘When someone makes a special vow to the LORD involving the value of persons, / if the valuation concerns a male from twenty to sixty years of age, then your valuation shall be fifty shekels of silver, according to the sanctuary shekel. / Or if it is a female, then your valuation shall be thirty shekels. ...

Matthew 15:4-6
For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’ / But you say that if anyone says to his father or mother, ‘Whatever you would have received from me is a gift devoted to God,’ / he need not honor his father or mother with it. Thus you nullify the word of God for the sake of your tradition.

Mark 7:10-13
For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’ / But you say that if a man says to his father or mother, ‘Whatever you would have received from me is Corban’ (that is, a gift devoted to God), / he is no longer permitted to do anything for his father or mother. ...

1 Samuel 1:11
And she made a vow, saying, “O LORD of Hosts, if only You will look upon the affliction of Your maidservant and remember me, not forgetting Your maidservant but giving her a son, then I will dedicate him to the LORD all the days of his life, and no razor shall ever touch his head.”

1 Samuel 1:21-23
Then Elkanah and all his house went up to make the annual sacrifice to the LORD and to fulfill his vow, / but Hannah did not go. “After the boy is weaned,” she said to her husband, “I will take him to appear before the LORD and to stay there permanently.” / “Do what you think is best,” her husband Elkanah replied, “and stay here until you have weaned him. Only may the LORD confirm His word.” So Hannah stayed and nursed her son until she had weaned him.

Acts 5:1-4
Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. / With his wife’s full knowledge, he kept back some of the proceeds for himself, but brought a portion and laid it at the apostles’ feet. / Then Peter said, “Ananias, how is it that Satan has filled your heart to lie to the Holy Spirit and withhold some of the proceeds from the land? ...

Acts 18:18
Paul remained in Corinth for quite some time before saying goodbye to the brothers. He had his head shaved in Cenchrea to keep a vow he had made, and then he sailed for Syria, accompanied by Priscilla and Aquila.

Genesis 28:20-22
Then Jacob made a vow, saying, “If God will be with me and watch over me on this journey, and if He will provide me with food to eat and clothes to wear, / so that I may return safely to my father’s house, then the LORD will be my God. / And this stone I have set up as a pillar will be God’s house, and of all that You give me I will surely give You a tenth.”

Genesis 31:13
I am the God of Bethel, where you anointed the pillar and made a solemn vow to Me. Now get up, leave this land at once, and return to your native land.’”


Treasury of Scripture

And her father hear her vow, and her bond with which she has bound her soul, and her father shall hold his peace at her; then all her vows shall stand, and every bond with which she has bound her soul shall stand.

Numbers 30:2
If a man vow a vow unto the LORD, or swear an oath to bind his soul with a bond; he shall not break his word, he shall do according to all that proceedeth out of his mouth.

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Numbers 30
1. Vows are not to be broken
3. The exceptions of a maid's vows
6. Of a wife's
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and her father hears
The phrase "and her father hears" indicates the patriarchal structure of ancient Israelite society, where the father held significant authority over his household. The Hebrew word for "hears" is "שָׁמַע" (shama), which implies not just the act of hearing but also understanding and acknowledging. This reflects the father's role in being attentive to the spiritual and personal commitments of his daughter, emphasizing the importance of family oversight in spiritual matters.

about her vow or pledge
The terms "vow" and "pledge" are translated from the Hebrew words "נֶדֶר" (neder) and "אִסָּר" (issar), respectively. A "neder" is a solemn promise made to God, often involving a sacrifice or abstention, while an "issar" is a binding obligation or prohibition. These terms highlight the seriousness with which personal commitments to God were regarded in Israelite culture, underscoring the sacredness of one's word and the spiritual weight of vows.

to obligate herself
The phrase "to obligate herself" suggests a voluntary act of dedication or commitment. The Hebrew root "אָסַר" (asar) means to bind or tie, indicating that the individual is willingly placing themselves under a spiritual or moral constraint. This reflects the personal agency and responsibility in one's relationship with God, even within the framework of familial authority.

but says nothing to her
This phrase underscores the father's passive consent. In the cultural context, silence was often interpreted as agreement or acceptance. The father's lack of objection signifies his approval or at least his willingness to allow the vow to stand. This highlights the balance between authority and personal autonomy within the family unit, where silence can be as powerful as spoken words.

all her vows and every pledge
The repetition of "all her vows and every pledge" emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the commitments being discussed. It underscores the totality and seriousness of the obligations undertaken. This repetition serves to remind the reader of the weight and breadth of personal promises made to God, reinforcing the idea that every word spoken in a vow is significant and binding.

by which she has bound herself
The phrase "by which she has bound herself" reiterates the personal responsibility involved in making vows. The Hebrew concept of binding oneself (again from "אָסַר" - asar) conveys a deep sense of personal accountability and the spiritual implications of one's commitments. It serves as a reminder of the covenantal relationship between the individual and God, where personal integrity and faithfulness are paramount.

shall stand
The concluding phrase "shall stand" indicates the permanence and enforceability of the vow. The Hebrew word "קוּם" (qum) means to arise, stand, or be established. This conveys the idea that once a vow is made and not annulled by the father, it becomes a lasting and unchangeable obligation. It reflects the enduring nature of one's word before God and the community, highlighting the importance of faithfulness and integrity in one's spiritual walk.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and her father
אָבִ֜יהָ (’ā·ḇî·hā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 1: Father

hears about
וְשָׁמַ֨ע (wə·šā·ma‘)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently

her vow
נִדְרָ֗הּ (niḏ·rāh)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5088: A promise, a thing promised

or pledge
וֶֽאֱסָרָהּ֙ (we·’ĕ·sā·rāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 632: A bond, binding obligation

[but]
אָבִ֑יהָ (’ā·ḇî·hā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 1: Father

says nothing to her,
וְהֶחֱרִ֥ישׁ (wə·he·ḥĕ·rîš)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2790: To cut in, engrave, plow, devise

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the vows
נְדָרֶ֔יהָ (nə·ḏā·re·hā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5088: A promise, a thing promised

[and]
וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

pledges
אִסָּ֛ר (’is·sār)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 632: A bond, binding obligation

with which she has bound
אָסְרָ֥ה (’ā·sə·rāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 631: To yoke, hitch, to fasten, to join battle

herself
נַפְשָׁ֖הּ (nap̄·šāh)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion

shall stand.
וְקָ֙מוּ֙ (wə·qā·mū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand


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