KJV ORIGINAL
He turned their heart to hate his people, to deal subtilly with his servants.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
He changed their hearts to hate his people and to scheme against his servants.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God allowed the Egyptians' hearts to turn against the Israelites, leading them to plot and act deceitfully toward God's chosen people.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to the time when the Israelites lived in Egypt and eventually became slaves there. Initially welcomed during Joseph's time, later generations of Egyptians grew suspicious and hostile toward the growing Hebrew population. This historical shift set the stage for the oppression that would eventually lead to God's dramatic rescue through Moses and the plagues.
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