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Matthew 24:49

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And shall begin to smite his fellowservants, and to eat and drink with the drunken;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

And he starts treating his coworkers terribly while partying and getting wasted with people who couldn't care less about responsibility.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When you think no one's watching, your true character shows up.

📚 Historical Context

In the context of Jesus' Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24, He is speaking to His disciples about the signs of the end times and the need for faithful stewardship while awaiting His return. This verse is part of a parable about a wicked servant who, believing his master is delayed, abuses his fellow servants and indulges in sinful excesses like drunkenness. Jesus uses this illustration to emphasize the consequences of unfaithfulness in a first-century Jewish setting, where servants were expected to manage household affairs responsibly.

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