KJV ORIGINAL
She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished her table.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
She has prepared her meat; she has mixed her wine; she has set her table with food.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing Wisdom as a gracious host who has carefully prepared a feast and is ready to welcome guests.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient times, preparing a feast was an elaborate process that showed hospitality and honor to guests. Killing animals for meat, mixing wine with spices or water, and setting a proper table were signs of a wealthy, generous host. This imagery portrays Wisdom as someone who has spared no expense to welcome those who would learn from her.
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