Numbers 5:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, If any man’s wife go aside, and commit a trespass against him,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Speak to the people of Israel and tell them: If any man's wife turns away from him and is unfaithful to him,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is addressing the serious issue of marital unfaithfulness and how it should be handled in the community.

📚 Historical Context

This verse begins a passage about the 'law of jealousy' given to the Israelites during their wilderness journey. In ancient Near Eastern cultures, adultery was considered a serious crime that could destabilize families and communities. God was establishing clear procedures for dealing with suspected marital unfaithfulness in a society where family lineage and inheritance were crucial.

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