Were not the Ethiopians and the Lubims a huge host, with very many chariots and horsemen? yet, because thou didst rely on the LORD, he delivered them into thine hand.
Remember the Ethiopians and Libyans? They had a massive army with countless chariots and cavalry. But because you trusted in the LORD, he gave you victory over them.
The writer is reminding someone that God gave them victory over a huge enemy army because they trusted in Him completely.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to King Asa's earlier victory over Zerah the Ethiopian and his massive army, as recorded in 2 Chronicles 14. The prophet Hanani is speaking to King Asa, reminding him of this past triumph when Asa had relied completely on God rather than human alliances. Now Asa had just made an alliance with Syria instead of trusting God, and the prophet is contrasting his past faith with his current lack of trust.
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