Numbers 20:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Moses sent messengers from Kadesh unto the king of Edom, Thus saith thy brother Israel, Thou knowest all the travail that hath befallen us:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Moses sent messengers from Kadesh to the king of Edom, saying, 'This is what your brother Israel says: You know about all the hardships we've been through.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Moses is reaching out to a neighboring king, appealing to their family connection and shared understanding of Israel's difficult journey.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Numbers, the Israelites were wandering in the desert after their exodus from Egypt, having faced numerous hardships and delays due to their disobedience. Moses, as their leader, sent messengers from Kadesh to the king of Edom, appealing to their shared ancestry since Edom descended from Esau, the brother of Jacob (Israel's ancestor), in an effort to secure safe passage through Edomite territory on their way to the Promised Land.

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