KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass, after he had eaten bread, and after he had drunk, that he saddled for him the ass, to wit, for the prophet whom he had brought back.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
After the prophet had finished eating and drinking, the old prophet prepared the donkey for him—the same prophet he had convinced to come back with him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how the old prophet prepared transportation for the younger prophet after their meal together.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the story of a young prophet from Judah who was sent by God to condemn King Jeroboam's altar at Bethel. God had specifically commanded him not to eat, drink, or return by the same route. However, an old prophet from Bethel lied to him, claiming an angel told him to bring the young prophet back for a meal, which the young prophet believed and obeyed.
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