KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass about this time, that Joseph went into the house to do his business; and there was none of the men of the house there within.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
One day, Joseph went into the house to take care of his work, and none of the other household servants were inside at the time.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse sets up a moment when Joseph found himself alone in the house while doing his regular duties.
📚 Historical Context
Joseph was serving as a trusted slave in Potiphar's household in Egypt, having been sold there by his brothers. As Potiphar's house manager, Joseph had regular responsibilities that required him to work throughout the house. This particular day would become significant because Potiphar's wife had been trying to seduce Joseph, and she would use this moment of privacy to make her most aggressive advance.
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