KJV ORIGINAL
Thy servant will go a little way over Jordan with the king: and why should the king recompense it me with such a reward?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Your servant will go just a short distance across the Jordan River with the king. Why should the king repay me with such a great reward?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The speaker is humbly saying that doing a small favor for the king doesn't deserve such generous repayment.
📚 Historical Context
This is Barzillai, an elderly wealthy man from Gilead, speaking to King David as David returns to Jerusalem after Absalom's rebellion. Barzillai had provided food and supplies to David during his exile, and now David wants to reward him by bringing him to the royal court. Barzillai is politely declining the king's generous offer, considering his help to have been a small matter.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save