KJV ORIGINAL
Simeon and Levi are brethren; instruments of cruelty are in their habitations.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Simeon and Levi are brothers; weapons of violence are found in their homes.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jacob is condemning two of his sons for their violent nature and the weapons they keep ready for cruelty.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Jacob is on his deathbed, offering blessings and prophecies to his twelve sons as he prepares to pass on his legacy. Simeon and Levi are brothers who had earlier committed a violent act by slaughtering the men of Shechem in retaliation for the rape of their sister Dinah, which demonstrated their fierce and ruthless nature. This verse highlights Jacob's disapproval of their behavior and its potential long-term effects on their tribes.
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