KJV ORIGINAL
And Pharaoh called for Moses and for Aaron, and said, Go ye, sacrifice to your God in the land.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then Pharaoh called Moses and Aaron to him and said, 'Go ahead and sacrifice to your God, but stay here in Egypt.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Pharaoh is trying to make a compromise with Moses and Aaron, allowing them to worship God but only if they stay in Egypt instead of leaving completely.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the plagues God sent on Egypt, as Pharaoh was feeling the pressure but didn't want to lose his Hebrew workforce. Ancient rulers often tried to negotiate and make compromises when facing divine judgment, hoping to minimize their losses while maintaining control over their people.
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