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It came about
This phrase is used here to mark the beginning of a new part of the story. If your language has a way for doing this, you could consider using it here. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/writing-newevent)
his spirit was troubled
Here the word "spirit" refers to his inner being or his emotions. Alternate translation: "he was troubled in his inner being" or "he was troubled" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche)
He sent and called
It is understood that he sent servants. Alternate translation: "He sent his servants to call" or "He sent his servants to summon" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis)
all the magicians and wise men of Egypt
Ancient kings and rulers used magicians and wise men as advisers.