KJV ORIGINAL
A wonderful and horrible thing is committed in the land;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Something shocking and terrible is happening in the land;
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing horror at the shocking evil taking place in Israel.
📚 Historical Context
During the time of the prophet Jeremiah in the 6th century BC, the kingdom of Judah was plagued by widespread moral and spiritual corruption, as the people ignored God's commandments and turned to idolatry and injustice. This verse is part of Jeremiah's prophetic warnings about the nation's impending judgment from God due to their unfaithfulness. Jeremiah's message highlighted the shocking extent of this evil, which was both astonishing and terrifying in its impact on society.
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