KJV ORIGINAL
And Pharaoh said unto Jacob, How old art thou?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Pharaoh asked Jacob, 'How old are you?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is showing Pharaoh asking Jacob about his age when they first met.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, this verse takes place during the time when Jacob and his family had moved to Egypt to survive a severe famine, with Joseph, Jacob's son, serving as a high official under Pharaoh. Pharaoh's inquiry about Jacob's age reflects the ancient Egyptian culture's respect for elders and wisdom, as well as the biblical narrative of God's ongoing provision for His chosen people through unexpected circumstances. This moment highlights the historical interaction between the Israelites and the powerful Egyptian empire.
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