And Caleb said, He that smites Kiriathsepher, and takes it, to him will I give Achsah my daughter as wife.
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
Wife. Parents had full authority to do this. Saul promised his daughter to the person who should overcome Goliah. Something was required by way of dowry for the lady. (Grotius) (1 Kings xvii. 25.)