So Tamar went to her brother Amnon’s house; and he was lying down. She took dough, and kneaded it, made cakes in his sight, and baked the cakes.
Parallel translations
- KJV So Tamar went to her brother Amnon’s house; and he was laid down. And she took flour, and kneaded it, and made cakes in his sight, and did bake the cakes.
- BSB So Tamar went to the house of her brother Amnon, who was lying down. She took some dough, kneaded it, made cakes in his sight, and baked them.
- NKJV So Tamar went to her brother Amnon’s house; and he was lying down. Then she took flour and kneaded it, made cakes in his sight, and baked the cakes.
- NASB So Tamar went to her brother Amnon’s house, and he was lying in bed. And she took dough, kneaded it, made pastries in his sight, and baked the pastries.
- NLT When Tamar arrived at Amnon’s house, she went to the place where he was lying down so he could watch her mix some dough. Then she baked his favorite dish for him.
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Quick answer
Tamar dutifully goes to Amnon's house and prepares cakes in his sight as asked. Her obedience and innocence are emphasized as she walks into the trap.
Overview
Tamar's careful, willing service contrasts sharply with Amnon's hidden malice. The detailed description of her kneading and baking underscores her unsuspecting trust and proper conduct. Her innocence magnifies the wickedness of what Amnon is about to do.
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