KJV ORIGINAL
And there came a traveller unto the rich man, and he spared to take of his own flock and of his own herd, to dress for the wayfaring man that was come unto him; but took the poor man’s lamb, and dressed it for the man that was come to him.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
A traveler came to visit the rich man, and instead of taking one of his own many sheep or cattle to prepare a meal for his guest, he took the poor man's only lamb and cooked it for the visitor.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how a wealthy man selfishly stole from someone who had almost nothing rather than use his own abundant resources.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the parable that the prophet Nathan told to King David to confront him about his sin with Bathsheba and the murder of her husband Uriah. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, hospitality to travelers was considered sacred, and sheep were valuable possessions that represented wealth and security for families.
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