KJV ORIGINAL
So the LORD smote the Ethiopians before Asa, and before Judah; and the Ethiopians fled.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So the LORD defeated the Ethiopians in front of Asa and the people of Judah, and the Ethiopians ran away.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God gave King Asa and his army victory over their enemies, causing the Ethiopian army to flee in defeat.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes a battle during King Asa's reign over Judah (around 911-870 BC), when a massive Ethiopian army led by Zerah invaded Judah with a million soldiers and 300 chariots. Asa had previously removed idols and sought to follow God faithfully, and when faced with this overwhelming enemy, he prayed to God for help rather than relying on military alliances.
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