KJV ORIGINAL
Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, have taken evil counsel against thee, saying,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah have made evil plans against you, saying,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is telling King Ahaz that Syria and Israel have conspired together against him with wicked intentions.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's message to King Ahaz of Judah around 735 BC during the Syro-Ephraimite War. Syria (Aram) and Ephraim (the northern kingdom of Israel) had formed an alliance against Judah, trying to force Ahaz to join their rebellion against the powerful Assyrian Empire. 'The son of Remaliah' refers to Pekah, who was the king of Israel at that time.
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