KJV ORIGINAL
I will make mine arrows drunk with blood, and my sword shall devour flesh; and that with the blood of the slain and of the captives, from the beginning of revenges upon the enemy.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
I will make my arrows soaked with blood, and my sword will consume flesh—the blood of those killed and taken captive, from the first strike of revenge against the enemy.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is declaring that He will bring complete and thorough judgment upon His enemies who have oppressed His people.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the Song of Moses, a prophetic poem Moses sang to Israel before his death. The song warned Israel about future unfaithfulness but also promised that God would eventually vindicate His people against their enemies. This particular verse describes God's fierce judgment on the nations that would oppress Israel during their times of exile and suffering.
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