Genesis 38:17-20
38:17 a It would be normal for Tamar to ask for a pledge if the man did not have the money to pay. A woman in such a position would not trust anyone to send the money.38:18 b identification seal: A stone or metal cylinder was engraved with distinctive designs and was usually worn around the neck on a cord; when rolled onto clay or wax, it left a distinct impression.
Summary for Gen 38:20-23: 38:20-23 c Judah had gone in to Tamar as a regular prostitute (Hebrew zonah, 38:15 d), whereas Hirah was mistakenly looking for a shrine prostitute (Hebrew qedeshah), of which there were none.
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