They said, Turn ye again now every one from his evil way, and from the evil of your doings, and dwell in the land that the LORD hath given unto you and to your fathers for ever and ever:
They said, 'Turn away from your evil ways and stop doing wrong things. Then you can live in the land that the LORD has given to you and your ancestors forever.'
The prophets urged the people to stop their sinful behavior so they could continue living in the promised land that God had given their families forever.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to the consistent message that God's prophets had been delivering to the people of Judah for years before their exile to Babylon. The prophets repeatedly warned the Israelites to abandon their idolatry, injustice, and rebellion against God's commands. Despite these warnings spanning many years and multiple prophets, the people refused to listen and continued in their sinful practices.
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