Judg 1:12 | TSK | e4.org | And Caleb The whole of this account is found in , and seems to be inserted here by way of recapitulation. ; , to him In ancient times fathers assumed an absolute right over their children, especially in disposing of them in marriage; and it was customary for a king or great man to promise his daughter in marriage to him who should take a city, etc.

‏ Judges 1:12

And Caleb The whole of this account is found in Josh 15:13-19, and seems to be inserted here by way of recapitulation. Josh 15:16-17; 1Sam 17:25, 1Sam 18:23

to him In ancient times fathers assumed an absolute right over their children, especially in disposing of them in marriage; and it was customary for a king or great man to promise his daughter in marriage to him who should take a city, etc.