KJV ORIGINAL
And they journeyed from mount Hor by the way of the Red sea, to compass the land of Edom: and the soul of the people was much discouraged because of the way.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
They traveled from Mount Hor toward the Red Sea, going around the land of Edom. The people became deeply discouraged because of the difficult journey.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The Israelites had to take a long detour around Edom's territory, and this disappointing change of plans left them feeling discouraged and frustrated.
📚 Historical Context
This occurred during Israel's 40-year wilderness wandering after leaving Egypt. The Edomites (descendants of Esau) had refused to let Israel pass through their land, forcing them to take a much longer route around Edom's borders. Mount Hor was where Aaron, Moses' brother and Israel's high priest, had recently died, adding to the people's discouragement.
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