What shall one then answer the messengers of the nation? That the LORD hath founded Zion, and the poor of his people shall trust in it.
What should we say to the messengers from that nation? Tell them that the LORD has established Zion, and the poor among his people will find refuge and safety there.
The writer is saying that when foreign nations send messengers, we should tell them that God has made Zion (Jerusalem) a safe place where his needy people can find protection.
📚 Historical Context
In the 8th century BC, during the reign of King Ahaz of Judah, the prophet Isaiah was responding to inquiries from Philistine messengers who were probing the vulnerability of Judah amid regional conflicts and the death of a foreign king. This verse asserts God's sovereign establishment of Zion (Jerusalem) as a secure foundation for His people, countering any threats from surrounding nations. It highlights God's protection for the poor and oppressed, emphasizing that true security comes from divine faithfulness rather than human alliances.
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