KJV ORIGINAL
And when he had made an end to offer the present, he sent away the people that bare the present.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
After he finished presenting the gift, he sent away the people who had carried it.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes Ehud dismissing his servants after delivering tribute to King Eglon, setting up his opportunity to be alone with the king.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during Israel's period under Moabite oppression when they had to pay tribute to King Eglon. Ehud, a left-handed Benjamite, was chosen to deliver this tribute payment, but he had secretly planned to assassinate the oppressive king. By sending away his servants, Ehud created the perfect opportunity to carry out his plan privately.
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