Therefore thus saith the LORD God of Israel, Behold, I am bringing such evil upon Jerusalem and Judah, that whosoever heareth of it, both his ears shall tingle.
Therefore, this is what the LORD God of Israel says: Look, I am bringing such terrible disaster upon Jerusalem and Judah that everyone who hears about it will be shocked and their ears will ring.
God is announcing that He will bring such devastating judgment on Jerusalem and Judah that the news will shock everyone who hears it.
📚 Historical Context
In the 7th century BC, during the reign of King Manasseh of Judah, the nation had fallen into deep idolatry and moral corruption, reversing the reforms of his godly father, Hezekiah. Manasseh's promotion of false gods, sorcery, and even child sacrifice directly defied God's commandments, leading to divine judgment as warned by prophets. This verse reflects God's response to such widespread rebellion, foretelling severe consequences for Jerusalem and Judah that would shock all who heard of them.
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