KJV ORIGINAL
And all the kings of Tyrus, and all the kings of Zidon, and the kings of the isles which are beyond the sea,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And all the kings of Tyre, and all the kings of Sidon, and the kings of the coastlands and islands across the sea,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists powerful coastal kingdoms and distant island nations that God will judge along with many other nations.
📚 Historical Context
Tyre and Sidon were wealthy Phoenician port cities known for their sea trade and commerce throughout the Mediterranean. The 'isles beyond the sea' likely refers to various Mediterranean islands and coastal regions that were part of extensive trade networks. Jeremiah was prophesying during a time when these maritime powers seemed untouchable due to their wealth and strategic locations.
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