The inhabitants of the land of Tema brought water to him that was thirsty, they prevented with their bread him that fled.
The people living in the land of Tema brought water to those who were thirsty, and they quickly gave bread to those who were running away.
This verse shows how the people of Tema showed compassion by providing food and water to thirsty refugees who were fleeing from danger.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Isaiah, chapter 21, the prophet is delivering messages of judgment against various nations, including those in the Arabian desert, as part of God's broader warnings about impending invasions. The land of Tema, located in what is now northern Saudi Arabia and inhabited by descendants of Ishmael, was a key area along ancient trade routes, often affected by regional conflicts like those involving the Assyrian empire. This verse specifically depicts an act of kindness by Tema's people, providing water and bread to thirsty refugees, illustrating hospitality amid turmoil.
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