KJV ORIGINAL
Then the word of the LORD came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasha, saying,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then the LORD spoke to Jehu, the son of Hanani, giving him a message against King Baasha.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is giving the prophet Jehu a message to deliver against King Baasha of Israel.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the divided kingdom period around 885 BC, when Israel was ruled by King Baasha. Jehu son of Hanani was a prophet who delivered God's messages to the kings of Israel. Baasha had become king by assassinating the previous king and would soon face God's judgment for his evil ways.
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