To me belongeth vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in due time: for the day of their calamity is at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste.
Vengeance and payback belong to me; their foot will slip when the time is right. The day of their disaster is close, and the troubles coming their way are approaching quickly.
God is saying that justice and judgment belong to Him alone, and those who oppose Him will face consequences at the right time.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering his final speeches to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. This verse is part of the Song of Moses, a prophetic poem that warns the people about their future unfaithfulness to God and the resulting judgment. The song underscores God's role as the sovereign judge, emphasizing that He alone will handle vengeance against those who rebel.
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