KJV ORIGINAL
And fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood to view afar off: and they two stood by Jordan.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Fifty men from the group of prophets went and stood at a distance to watch. Meanwhile, Elijah and Elisha stood by the Jordan River.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows fifty prophets watching from far away as Elijah and Elisha reached the Jordan River for Elijah's final moment before being taken to heaven.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs just before Elijah's miraculous departure from earth. The 'sons of the prophets' were communities of men who served God under the guidance of major prophets like Elijah and Elisha. The Jordan River was significant in Israel's history as the place where they crossed into the Promised Land.
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