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They shall answer, Because they forsook Yahweh, the God of their fathers, who brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, and laid hold on other gods, and worshipped them, and served them: therefore has he brought all this evil on them.
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The Unmistakable Cause of Ruin
The verse makes it clear that if Israel falls, the reason will be obvious to everyone: they forsook the God who rescued them and turned to idols. Commentators highlight that this isn't a random tragedy but a direct consequence. Some ancient texts, as noted by scholars, even specify "Jehovah brought" this evil, emphasizing God's active judgment against covenant-breaking.
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2 Chronicles
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19th Century
Anglican
And it shall be answered. — And men shall say.
Has he brought. — Kings, hath Jehovah brought.…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 7:12).
Presbyterian
God gave a gracious answer to Solomon's prayer. The mercies of God to sinners are made known in a manner well suited to impress all who receive the…
