And the LORD was gracious unto them, and had compassion on them, and had respect unto them, because of his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and would not destroy them, neither cast he them from his presence as yet.
But the LORD was kind to them and showed them mercy and care because of his promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. He wouldn't destroy them or completely remove them from his presence at that time.
God is showing mercy to his people not because they deserved it, but because he remembered his faithful promise to their ancestors Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes during the troubled reign of the northern kingdom of Israel under various kings who did evil in God's sight. Despite Israel's repeated unfaithfulness and worship of false gods, God continued to show patience with them. The Assyrian empire was growing stronger and would eventually conquer Israel, but at this time God was still extending grace to his covenant people.
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