KJV ORIGINAL
And when she had brought them unto him to eat, he took hold of her, and said unto her, Come lie with me, my sister.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When she brought the food to him, he grabbed her and said, 'Come sleep with me, my sister.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes Amnon's assault on his half-sister Tamar, showing how lust and selfishness can lead to terrible acts of violence and betrayal.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place in King David's palace around 1000 BC, where Amnon (David's eldest son) has pretended to be sick to lure his half-sister Tamar into his private chambers. In ancient Israel, such an act was not only morally wrong but also violated God's law and brought shame upon the entire family. This event would lead to years of violence and division within David's household.
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