2 Kings 17:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Notwithstanding they would not hear, but hardened their necks, like to the neck of their fathers, that did not believe in the LORD their God.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But they refused to listen and became stubborn, just like their ancestors who didn't trust in the Lord their God.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is saying that despite God's warnings, the Israelites stubbornly rejected Him just as their ancestors had done before them.

📚 Historical Context

This verse refers to the northern kingdom of Israel before their exile to Assyria in 722 BC. God had sent prophets repeatedly to warn them to turn from idol worship and return to Him, but they consistently refused. The reference to their 'fathers' points to the pattern of rebellion that had persisted since the exodus from Egypt and the wilderness wanderings.

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