KJV ORIGINAL
And seven days were fulfilled, after that the LORD had smitten the river.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Seven full days passed after the LORD had struck the river.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the duration of the first plague - the Nile River remained turned to blood for a complete week.
📚 Historical Context
This verse concludes the account of the first plague God sent upon Egypt, where the Nile River was turned to blood. The Nile was considered sacred by the Egyptians and was central to their survival, making this plague a direct challenge to their gods and way of life. The seven-day duration emphasized the completeness and seriousness of God's judgment.
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