KJV ORIGINAL
So they read in the book in the law of God distinctly, and gave the sense, and caused them to understand the reading.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So they read from the book of God's law clearly, explained what it meant, and helped the people understand what was being read.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The teachers didn't just read God's word aloud—they made sure everyone could understand what it actually meant.
📚 Historical Context
This scene takes place after the Jewish people returned from exile in Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem. Many had been away for generations and may have forgotten Hebrew or lost touch with their religious traditions. Ezra the priest and other Levites were reading from the Torah and translating or explaining it so the people could truly comprehend God's law.
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