And at this house, which is high, every one that passeth by it shall be astonished, and shall hiss; and they shall say, Why hath the LORD done thus unto this land, and to this house?
And this temple, which now stands so magnificent and impressive, will become a shocking sight to everyone who passes by. They will gasp in disbelief and shake their heads, asking, 'Why did the LORD do this to this land and to this temple?'
God is warning that if His people turn away from Him, even the magnificent temple will be destroyed, leaving people shocked and wondering why God allowed such devastation.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's response to Solomon after the completion of the temple, where God both promises His presence and warns of consequences for disobedience. The temple Solomon built was considered one of the most magnificent structures of the ancient world, making the prophecy of its destruction even more striking. This prophecy was ultimately fulfilled when the Babylonians destroyed the temple in 586 BC after Israel's persistent unfaithfulness.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.