KJV ORIGINAL
And for the precious fruits brought forth by the sun, and for the precious things put forth by the moon,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And for the valuable crops that grow under the sun's warmth, and for the precious things that grow in the cool of the moon,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Moses is blessing the tribe with abundant harvests and crops that will flourish in all seasons and conditions.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Moses' final blessing over the tribes of Israel before his death, specifically directed toward the tribe of Joseph (Ephraim and Manasseh). Moses is prophesying agricultural prosperity for their future homeland. In ancient times, people believed both sun and moon influenced plant growth and harvest cycles.
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