2 Kings 21:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the LORD spake by his servants the prophets, saying,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And the LORD spoke through his servants the prophets, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is communicating his message to his people through the prophets he chose as his messengers.

📚 Historical Context

During the reign of King Manasseh in Judah around the 7th century BC, the nation had deeply strayed from God's commandments by embracing idolatry and widespread wickedness, reversing the reforms of his father Hezekiah. This verse introduces God's direct communication through His prophets, who served as His spokespeople to warn the people of impending judgment for their sins. The prophets were essential in the biblical narrative, acting as intermediaries to call the nation back to covenant faithfulness amid political and spiritual turmoil.

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