KJV ORIGINAL
Behold, the Lord, the LORD of hosts, shall lop the bough with terror: and the high ones of stature shall be hewn down, and the haughty shall be humbled.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Look! The Lord, the LORD of armies, will cut down the branches with terrifying force. Those who are tall and proud will be cut down, and the arrogant will be brought low.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is declaring that He will bring down the proud and powerful with His awesome strength.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy about God's judgment on Assyria, the mighty empire that had been terrorizing and conquering nations, including threatening Jerusalem. Isaiah uses the metaphor of a great tree being cut down to describe how God would humble this seemingly unstoppable military power. The Assyrians were known for their brutal tactics and pride in their conquests.
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