Do ye thus requite the LORD, O foolish people and unwise? is not he thy father that hath bought thee? hath he not made thee, and established thee?
Is this how you repay the LORD, you foolish and unwise people? Isn't he your father who purchased you? Hasn't he made you and established you?
Moses is confronting the Israelites for their ingratitude toward God, reminding them that God is their father who created them and rescued them.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering his final words to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. This verse comes from the Song of Moses, a poetic warning that foretells the nation's potential unfaithfulness and God's enduring faithfulness despite their rebellion. It reflects the historical context of Israel's covenant relationship with God, emphasizing His role as their deliverer and creator amid their history of ingratitude.
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