To morrow go ye down against them: behold, they come up by the cliff of Ziz; and ye shall find them at the end of the brook, before the wilderness of Jeruel.
Tomorrow go down to fight against them. Look, they will come up through the cliff of Ziz, and you will find them at the end of the stream, in front of the wilderness of Jeruel.
God is giving King Jehoshaphat specific battle instructions, telling him exactly where and when to meet the enemy forces.
📚 Historical Context
In the 9th century BC, King Jehoshaphat of Judah faced a massive invasion from allied enemy nations, including Moab, Ammon, and Mount Seir, which threatened the security of his kingdom. God responded by sending the prophet Jahaziel to deliver a message of assurance, instructing the people not to fear and providing specific details on the enemy's location as part of His plan to deliver Judah without them needing to fight. This verse highlights God's direct involvement in guiding His people during times of crisis.
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