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1 Kings 2:14

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
He said moreover, I have somewhat to say unto thee. And she said, Say on.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

He said, 'I have something I need to tell you.' And she replied, 'Go ahead and tell me.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows a simple conversation where someone is asking permission to share something important with another person.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical narrative, this verse takes place during the early reign of King Solomon, shortly after his father David's death, amid ongoing power struggles in the kingdom of Israel. Adonijah, David's son who had previously attempted to seize the throne, is approaching Bathsheba, Solomon's mother, to make a request that could threaten Solomon's rule. This conversation reflects the tense political atmosphere as Solomon consolidates his authority.

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