KJV ORIGINAL
And he said, I will send thee a kid from the flock. And she said, Wilt thou give me a pledge, till thou send it?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And he said, 'I will send you a young goat from my flock.' And she said, 'Will you give me something as a promise until you send it?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows a negotiation where Judah promises payment (a goat) and the woman asks for collateral to ensure he keeps his word.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of the story where Judah encounters his daughter-in-law Tamar, who is disguised as a prostitute by the roadside. In ancient times, a young goat was considered valuable payment, and asking for a pledge (collateral) was a common business practice to ensure promises were kept.
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