KJV ORIGINAL
If a man have a stubborn and rebellious son, which will not obey the voice of his father, or the voice of his mother, and that, when they have chastened him, will not hearken unto them:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
If a man has a stubborn and rebellious son who refuses to obey his father or mother, and even after they have disciplined him, he still won't listen to them:
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse addresses the serious situation of a child who completely refuses to respect or obey their parents, even after being disciplined.
📚 Historical Context
This verse was part of God's civil law given to Israel as they prepared to enter the Promised Land. In ancient Near Eastern culture, family honor and parental authority were foundational to society's stability. The complete breakdown of family order was seen as threatening the entire community's wellbeing.
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