KJV ORIGINAL
And said, I pray you, brethren, do not so wickedly.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And he said, 'Please, my friends, don't do this terrible thing.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Lot is desperately pleading with the violent men of Sodom to stop their wicked plans and not commit this terrible act.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, when violent men surrounded Lot's house demanding he hand over his angel visitors. Lot, following ancient hospitality customs that required protecting guests at all costs, is trying to reason with the mob. The word 'brethren' was a common way to address fellow citizens or neighbors in that culture.
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