Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because the Philistines have dealt by revenge, and have taken vengeance with a despiteful heart, to destroy it for the old hatred;
This is what the Lord God says: The Philistines have been acting out of pure revenge, carrying grudges in their hearts and trying to destroy everything because of some ancient hatred they've been holding onto.
God sees when people let old grudges turn their hearts toxic and destructive.
📚 Historical Context
Ezekiel was a prophet ministering to the exiled Jews in Babylon during the 6th century BC, a time when Judah had fallen to the Babylonian Empire. In this verse, God pronounces judgment on the Philistines, ancient enemies of Israel who lived along the coastal plains and had a history of conflicts with the Israelites dating back to the time of the judges. This prophecy reflects ongoing hostilities, including the Philistines' vengeful actions against Israel amid its national crises.
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