Let mine outcasts dwell with thee, Moab; be thou a covert to them from the face of the spoiler: for the extortioner is at an end, the spoiler ceaseth, the oppressors are consumed out of the land.
Let my exiled people find refuge with you, Moab; be a hiding place for them from those who would destroy them. For the one who takes by force will come to an end, the destroyer will stop, and the oppressors will be wiped out from the land.
This verse is asking Moab to provide shelter and protection for God's displaced people, with the promise that their enemies will eventually be defeated.
📚 Historical Context
In the 8th century BC, during the ministry of the prophet Isaiah, the kingdom of Judah faced threats from invading empires like Assyria, which brought widespread oppression and displacement. This verse is part of a prophecy calling on Moab, a neighboring nation often in conflict with Israel, to provide refuge for Judah's outcasts fleeing from oppressors. It also hints at God's future judgment, where the oppressors would ultimately be destroyed, restoring peace to the land.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.