And the man brought the men into Joseph’s house, and gave them water, and they washed their feet; and he gave their asses provender.
El sirviente llevó a los hombres a la casa de José y les dio agua para lavarse los pies, y proporcionó comida para sus burros.
El sirviente de José recibió hospitalariamente a los hermanos, cuidando tanto de ellos como de sus animales.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the biblical narrative of Genesis, this verse takes place during a severe famine when Joseph's brothers returned to Egypt to buy more grain, still unaware that the powerful Egyptian official they were dealing with was their long-lost brother. The "man" refers to Joseph's steward, who was following the customs of ancient Middle Eastern hospitality by providing for the travelers' needs. Washing feet was a practical and respectful ritual for weary visitors who had traveled on foot, and feeding their donkeys ensured their entire journey was supported, highlighting the thoroughness of hospitality in that culture.
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