That the kingdom might be base, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping of his covenant it might stand.
This was to keep the kingdom humble and grounded, not getting too big for its britches, but staying strong by actually keeping the promises they made.
Stay humble, keep your word, and you'll stay standing.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Ezekiel, chapter 17, the prophet uses a parable of two eagles and a vine to describe the political turmoil in Judah during the Babylonian exile. King Zedekiah had been installed as a vassal king by Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon and swore a covenant of loyalty, but he plotted to rebel by seeking help from Egypt. This verse emphasizes God's warning that maintaining the covenant would keep the kingdom humble and secure, while breaking it would lead to destruction.
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