KJV ORIGINAL
And Jacob rose up from Beersheba: and the sons of Israel carried Jacob their father, and their little ones, and their wives, in the wagons which Pharaoh had sent to carry him.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then Jacob left Beersheba, and his sons carried their father Jacob, along with their children and wives, in the wagons that Pharaoh had sent to transport him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jacob and his entire family began their journey to Egypt, traveling in the wagons that Pharaoh had graciously provided for them.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the beginning of Jacob's journey to Egypt during a severe famine that had lasted several years. Joseph, who had become second in command in Egypt, had invited his family to come live in the fertile land of Goshen. Pharaoh had generously provided wagons and supplies for the journey, showing honor to Joseph's family.
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