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.
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.
God is declaring that He will bring complete and thorough judgment upon His enemies who have oppressed His people.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Deuteronomy, Moses sings a prophetic song to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land, warning them of the consequences of unfaithfulness and God's protection against their enemies. This verse uses vivid warfare imagery, common in ancient Near Eastern poetry, to depict God's vengeance on those who oppose His people, emphasizing His role as a just warrior. It reflects the historical context of Israel's wilderness journey and the covenant renewal before facing Canaanite nations.
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