KJV ORIGINAL
And the sister of Tahpenes bare him Genubath his son, whom Tahpenes weaned in Pharaoh’s house: and Genubath was in Pharaoh’s household among the sons of Pharaoh.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Tahpenes' sister gave birth to Hadad's son, named Genubath. Tahpenes raised the child in Pharaoh's palace, and Genubath grew up there among Pharaoh's own sons.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows how Hadad (an enemy of Solomon) had a son who was raised as royalty in Egypt's palace, making him a powerful potential threat to Israel.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes Hadad the Edomite, who had fled to Egypt as a child when David conquered Edom. Pharaoh had given him great favor, including marriage into the royal family. Having a son raised among Pharaoh's sons meant this child would have royal status and Egyptian political backing.
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