^{12 Ref} However great you make the bride-price and payment, I will give it; only let me have the girl for my wife.

^{12 Ref} Ask me never so much dowry and gift, and I will give according as ye shall say unto me: but give me the damsel to wife.

^{12 Ref} Ask me a great amount for a dowry, and I will give whatever you ask of me, but give me the young lady as a wife."