KJV ORIGINAL
As soon as the morning was light, the men were sent away, they and their asses.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
As soon as morning came and it was light, the men were sent on their way with their donkeys.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes Joseph's brothers being dismissed at daybreak to return home with their pack animals after their encounter in Egypt.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the second visit of Joseph's brothers to Egypt to buy grain during a severe famine. Joseph had secretly placed his silver cup in Benjamin's sack to test his brothers' character and loyalty. The brothers were staying overnight as Joseph's guests before this dismissal.
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