2 Kings 22:17 meaning and explanation
because they have forsaken Me and burned incense to other gods, that they might provoke Me to anger with all the works of their hands. My wrath will be kindled against this place and will not be quenched.’
2 Kings 22:17, Berean Standard Bible
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These words come through Huldah the prophetess, whom King Josiah sent to inquire of the LORD after the Book of the Law was found in the temple. Speaking for God, she names the reason for coming judgment: the people had forsaken the LORD and burned incense to other gods, provoking him with the works of their hands.
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