“I hearkened and heard, but they spake not aright: no man repented him of his wickedness, saying, What have I done? every one turned to his course, as the horse rusheth into the battle.”
The listening that does not hear: 'I have listened attentively, but they do not say what is right. None of them repent of their wickedness, saying, "What have I done?" Each pursues their own course like a horse charging into battle.' This verse presents God's perspective: He 'listened attentively' to the people, waiting for them to 'say what is right' (confess their guilt), but instead they show no repentance. The phrase 'Each pursues their own course like a horse charging into battle' indicates that the people are driven by their own will, rushing forward without regard for consequences. Theologically, this verse indicates that God has done what He can (listening, waiting) but the people will not respond; their refusal is absolute.
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