Judges 19:6 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And they sat down, and did eat and drink both of them together: for the damsel’s father had said unto the man, Be content, I pray thee, and tarry all night, and let thine heart be merry.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So they sat down and ate and drank together. The young woman's father had said to the man, 'Please stay and be comfortable here. Spend the night with us and enjoy yourself.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is showing us a moment of hospitality where a father-in-law warmly invites his daughter's husband to stay, eat, and enjoy their time together.

📚 Historical Context

This takes place during the time of the Judges, a period of moral and political chaos in Israel's history. The story involves a Levite (a religious leader) who had come to retrieve his concubine from her father's house. Ancient Middle Eastern hospitality customs placed great importance on welcoming guests with food, drink, and comfortable lodging.

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