Such a vow is subject to the approval of her husband, and Elkanah’s later actions show that he approves of his beloved wife’s promise. ​ — Numbers 30: 6 - 8.
Sellisele tõotusele tuleb saada abikaasa nõusolek, ja Elkana hilisemad teod näitavad, et ta kiitis oma armsa naise lubaduse heaks.