KJV ORIGINAL
And for the chief things of the ancient mountains, and for the precious things of the lasting hills,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And for the best things from the ancient mountains, and for the valuable treasures of the eternal hills,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes God blessing His people with the finest resources and treasures that come from the mountains and hills.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Moses' final blessing upon the tribes of Israel before his death, specifically within his blessing for the tribe of Joseph (Ephraim and Manasseh). Moses is pronouncing God's favor over the land they will inherit, describing the abundant natural resources and fertility that will come from the mountainous regions of their promised territory.
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