KJV ORIGINAL
And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them? as long as they have the bridegroom with them, they cannot fast.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jesus responded, 'Do wedding guests go on a diet during the reception while the groom is right there celebrating with them? As long as the groom is present, there's no way they're going to fast.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When Jesus is in the room, it's time to celebrate, not stress about the rules.
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