KJV ORIGINAL
For thus saith the LORD touching Shallum the son of Josiah king of Judah, which reigned instead of Josiah his father, which went forth out of this place; He shall not return thither any more:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
This is what the LORD says about Shallum, son of King Josiah, who ruled Judah after his father died. Since he has been taken away from this place, he will never return here again.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is declaring that King Shallum (also called Jehoahaz), who was taken captive to Egypt, will never return to Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
Shallum (also known as Jehoahaz) was made king after his father Josiah died in battle against Pharaoh Neco in 609 BC. However, he only ruled for three months before Pharaoh Neco deposed him and took him captive to Egypt. This prophecy confirmed that despite any hopes the people might have had, their young king would die in exile and never see his homeland again.
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