KJV ORIGINAL
And the men of Bethshemesh said, Who is able to stand before this holy LORD God? and to whom shall he go up from us?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The people of Beth Shemesh said, 'Who can stand in the presence of this holy LORD God? And where should the ark go from here?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The people were overwhelmed by God's holiness and power, realizing they weren't worthy to be in His presence and wondering where the ark should go next.
📚 Historical Context
This happened after the Ark of the Covenant was returned by the Philistines and many people of Beth Shemesh died for looking inside it inappropriately. The residents had just witnessed God's judgment and were terrified of His holiness. They understood they needed the ark to go somewhere with people better prepared to handle such a sacred object.
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