KJV ORIGINAL
And he asked them of their welfare, and said, Is your father well, the old man of whom ye spake? Is he yet alive?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And he asked them how they were doing, and said, 'Is your father well—the old man you told me about? Is he still alive?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Joseph is asking his brothers about their father's health and whether he's still living, showing genuine concern for the family he hasn't seen in years.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs when Joseph's brothers return to Egypt for more grain during the severe famine. Joseph, now a powerful Egyptian official, recognizes his brothers but they don't recognize him. Earlier, they had mentioned their elderly father Jacob when explaining their family situation to Joseph.
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