In Paul's day, "widows" were not only women whose husbands had died and who never remarried, but also:

Name: In Paul's day, "widows" were not only women whose husbands had died and who never remarried, but also:
Brand: Quizplus
Rating: 4.9 (61 reviews)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In Paul's day, widows were not only women whose husbands had died and who never remarried, but also women who had no overlord in the role of husband (whether or not they had ever been married). This definition of widows was specific to the cultural and societal context of that time.

In Paul's Day, "Widows" Were Not Only Women Whose Husbands