KJV ORIGINAL
That saith, I will build me a wide house and large chambers, and cutteth him out windows; and it is cieled with cedar, and painted with vermilion.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
That person says, 'I will build myself a spacious house with large rooms,' and he cuts out windows for it. The house is paneled with cedar wood and painted with bright red paint.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes someone who is focused on building an impressive, luxurious house for themselves.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's judgment against King Jehoiakim of Judah, who was building an extravagant palace while his people suffered and he ignored justice. During this time (around 600 BC), Judah was under pressure from Babylon, yet the king was more concerned with personal luxury than caring for his people or following God's ways.
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