KJV ORIGINAL
So he brought him into his house, and gave provender unto the asses: and they washed their feet, and did eat and drink.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So he brought him into his house and gave feed to the donkeys. They washed their feet and ate and drank together.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing an act of hospitality where a host welcomed travelers into his home and provided for all their needs.
📚 Historical Context
This verse occurs during the dark period of the Judges when Israel had no king and moral chaos prevailed. The story involves a Levite and his concubine seeking shelter in the Benjamite city of Gibeah, where an old man offered them hospitality. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, providing food, water, and shelter to travelers was considered a sacred duty and mark of honor.
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