KJV ORIGINAL
Even all nations shall say, Wherefore hath the LORD done thus unto this land? what meaneth the heat of this great anger?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
People from all nations will ask, 'Why has the LORD done this to their land? What caused this intense anger?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how other nations will wonder why God allowed such severe judgment to fall on Israel's land.
📚 Historical Context
Moses is warning the Israelites about the consequences of breaking their covenant with God before they enter the Promised Land. He's describing how their disobedience could lead to such devastating judgment that even foreign nations would be shocked and curious about what caused God's anger. This warning comes as part of Moses' final speeches to prepare Israel for life in Canaan.
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