In the same day also will I punish all those that leap on the threshold, which fill their masters’ houses with violence and deceit.
On that same day, I'm going to call out everyone who's crossing lines they shouldn't cross, the ones filling their bosses' houses with violence and lies.
God sees when people abuse their power and hurt others for their own gain.
📚 Historical Context
Zephaniah was a prophet in Judah during the reign of King Josiah around 640-609 BC, a period when the nation was deeply involved in idolatry, social injustice, and moral decline. The phrase "leap on the threshold" likely refers to a superstitious or idolatrous custom among servants or officials who entered homes in a way that symbolized greed, such as plundering or disrespecting property. This verse fits into God's broader warning of judgment on Judah for widespread violence, deceit, and exploitation by the elite.
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