And they shall say unto the elders of his city, This our son is stubborn and rebellious, he will not obey our voice; he is a glutton, and a drunkard.
And they will say to the city leaders, 'This son of ours is stubborn and rebellious. He won't listen to us or obey what we say. He's a glutton and a drunk.'
The parents are formally accusing their son before the city leaders of being completely disobedient, greedy with food, and addicted to alcohol.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of an ancient Israelite law about dealing with a completely rebellious adult son who refuses all parental authority. In ancient Israel, family honor and obedience were crucial for community stability, and persistent rebellion that included destructive behaviors like gluttony and drunkenness was seen as a serious threat to both family and society. The elders at the city gate served as judges who would hear such cases and make decisions according to God's law.
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