KJV ORIGINAL
Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Be careful to know the condition of your flocks, and pay close attention to your herds.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is teaching us to be responsible and attentive caretakers of what we've been given charge over.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb was written in an agricultural society where livestock represented a family's wealth, security, and livelihood. Shepherds and farmers who neglected their animals would quickly face financial ruin and hunger. The wise management of flocks and herds was essential for survival and prosperity in ancient Israel.
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