KJV ORIGINAL
And they that found him gathering sticks brought him unto Moses and Aaron, and unto all the congregation.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The people who found him collecting wood brought him to Moses and Aaron, and to the whole community.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The community brought someone who was breaking the Sabbath law to their leaders for judgment.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the story of a man found gathering sticks on the Sabbath day, which was forbidden under God's law given to Israel. The Israelites were wandering in the wilderness at this time, learning to follow God's commands as a newly formed nation. When unclear situations arose, the people would bring them to Moses and Aaron, the appointed leaders, for divine guidance on how to handle them.
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