And Lebanon is not sufficient to burn, nor the beasts thereof sufficient for a burnt offering.
All the trees in Lebanon wouldn't be enough wood for burning, and all the animals there wouldn't be enough for a sacrifice.
This verse is saying that even the most abundant resources on earth aren't enough to properly honor God's greatness.
📚 Historical Context
In the prophetic book of Isaiah, written during the Babylonian exile of the Israelites, this verse is part of a passage that comforts God's people by emphasizing His supreme power and unmatched glory. Lebanon, renowned for its vast cedar forests and abundant wildlife, was a symbol of great natural resources often used for building temples and offerings in ancient times. Isaiah uses this imagery to illustrate that even the most impressive earthly wealth falls short in truly honoring God.
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