KJV ORIGINAL
The silver is mine, and the gold is mine, saith the LORD of hosts.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
All the silver and gold? That's mine, says the Lord who rules everything.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God owns literally everything, including all the wealth you think matters.
📚 Historical Context
During the time of the prophet Haggai, around 520 BC, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were attempting to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem, but they were discouraged and focused on their own homes instead. This led to delays in the reconstruction, as the people questioned whether they had enough resources for such a grand project. In Haggai 2:8, God speaks to encourage them by declaring His ownership of all wealth, reminding them of His power and ability to provide for His purposes.
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