KJV ORIGINAL
And Moses brought their cause before the LORD.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So Moses brought their case before the LORD.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Moses took the daughters' request to God for guidance when he didn't know how to answer their legal question.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Numbers, the Israelites were preparing to enter the Promised Land, and questions about land inheritance were emerging as they organized their society. The daughters of Zelophehad approached Moses because their father had died without sons, seeking to claim his portion of the land to ensure their family's legacy. Moses, unsure of how to resolve this matter under existing laws, brought their case before the Lord for divine guidance.
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