KJV ORIGINAL
In the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the LORD sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne that was raised up high, and the flowing edge of his robe filled the entire temple.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing a powerful vision where he saw God on his throne in overwhelming majesty and glory.
📚 Historical Context
This vision occurred around 740 BC when King Uzziah of Judah died after a 52-year reign that brought prosperity but ended in tragedy when he was struck with leprosy for overstepping his role. Isaiah received this calling vision during a time of political uncertainty and transition, as the nation faced growing threats from Assyria.
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