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2 Chronicles 16:8

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Were not the Ethiopians and the Lubims a huge host, with very many chariots and horsemen? yet, because thou didst rely on the LORD, he delivered them into thine hand.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Remember the Ethiopians and Libyans? They had a massive army with countless chariots and cavalry. But because you trusted in the LORD, he gave you victory over them.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is reminding someone that God gave them victory over a huge enemy army because they trusted in Him completely.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical narrative of 2 Chronicles, King Asa of Judah had earlier faced a massive invasion from the Ethiopians and Lubims, who commanded a vast army with many chariots and horsemen. Despite the overwhelming odds, Asa trusted in the Lord, and God delivered a decisive victory for Judah in that battle. This event is later referenced by the prophet Hanani to rebuke Asa for his misplaced reliance on a human alliance with Syria instead of God.

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