KJV ORIGINAL
And they said unto him, Where is Sarah thy wife? And he said, Behold, in the tent.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And they asked him, 'Where is your wife Sarah?' And he answered, 'Look, she's in the tent.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The visitors are asking Abraham about Sarah's location, and he tells them she's inside the tent.
📚 Historical Context
This conversation takes place when three mysterious visitors (later revealed to be divine messengers) come to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, it was customary for women to remain in the tent area while men entertained guests outside. The visitors' specific question about Sarah by name is significant because they are about to deliver the promised news about her bearing a son.
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