KJV ORIGINAL
They have ears, but they hear not; neither is there any breath in their mouths.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
They have ears, but they cannot hear; there is no breath of life in their mouths.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is pointing out that idols are lifeless - they may look like they have ears and mouths, but they cannot actually hear or breathe.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Psalm 135, where the psalmist contrasts the living God of Israel with the powerless idols worshipped by surrounding nations. Ancient idols were often crafted with detailed features like ears, eyes, and mouths to make them appear lifelike, but they remained nothing more than carved stone, wood, or metal.
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