KJV ORIGINAL
The rings, and nose jewels,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The rings and nose jewelry,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse continues listing the expensive jewelry and accessories that will be taken away from the wealthy women of Jerusalem as God's judgment.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy against the wealthy, prideful women of Jerusalem around 740-700 BC. Isaiah was warning that God would strip away their luxury items as punishment for their vanity and the nation's unfaithfulness. Nose rings and elaborate jewelry were common symbols of wealth and status in ancient Middle Eastern cultures.
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