KJV ORIGINAL
And the head of Ephraim is Samaria, and the head of Samaria is Remaliah’s son. If ye will not believe, surely ye shall not be established.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Ephraim's capital is Samaria, and Samaria's king is Remaliah's son. If you won't trust and believe, you certainly won't survive or stand firm.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is telling His people that their survival depends entirely on trusting Him rather than fearing their enemies.
📚 Historical Context
This prophecy was given around 735 BC when King Ahaz of Judah was terrified because Israel (Ephraim) and Syria had formed an alliance against him. Remaliah's son refers to Pekah, the king of Israel at that time. God was reassuring Ahaz that these human kingdoms and their leaders were temporary, but faith in God provides lasting security.
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