Now hear me therefore, and deliver the captives again, which ye have taken captive of your brethren: for the fierce wrath of the LORD is upon you.
Now listen to me, and send back the prisoners you have captured from your own people, because the LORD's fierce anger is burning against you.
The prophet is demanding that Israel release their fellow Israelites they've taken as prisoners, warning that God is furious with them for this betrayal.
📚 Historical Context
During the reign of King Ahaz in Judah, the northern kingdom of Israel attacked Judah and took many captives as part of their ongoing conflicts. A prophet named Oded spoke to the Israelites, urging them to release these captives because they were fellow descendants of Israel and to avoid provoking God's fierce anger. This event reflects the broader biblical theme of division and strife among God's people due to unfaithfulness.
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