For Tophet is ordained of old; yea, for the king it is prepared; he hath made it deep and large: the pile thereof is fire and much wood; the breath of the LORD, like a stream of brimstone, doth kindle it.
For Tophet has been prepared long ago; yes, it's ready even for the king. God has made it deep and wide, with a pile of fire and plenty of wood. The breath of the LORD, like a flowing river of burning sulfur, sets it ablaze.
God is warning that He has prepared a place of judgment and destruction that's ready even for kings - no one is above His justice.
📚 Historical Context
Tophet was a place in the Valley of Hinnom outside Jerusalem where some Israelites had previously sacrificed children to foreign gods, making it a symbol of horror and judgment. Isaiah was prophesying during a time when Assyria threatened Judah, and the people were considering allying with Egypt instead of trusting God. This verse likely refers to God's judgment coming upon the Assyrian king who was threatening His people.
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