Even all nations shall say, Wherefore hath the LORD done thus unto this land? what meaneth the heat of this great anger?
People from all nations will ask, 'Why has the LORD done this to their land? What caused this intense anger?'
This verse describes how other nations will wonder why God allowed such severe judgment to fall on Israel's land.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Moses' farewell address in Deuteronomy, where he renews the covenant with the Israelites on the plains of Moab, just before they enter the Promised Land. Moses warns that if the people turn away from God and break the covenant, their land will face devastating judgment, leading foreign nations to question the reasons for God's intense anger. This reflects the ancient biblical emphasis on covenant loyalty and the consequences of unfaithfulness in a world where nations often attributed disasters to divine displeasure.
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