And her merchandise and her hire shall be holiness to the LORD: it shall not be treasured nor laid up; for her merchandise shall be for them that dwell before the LORD, to eat sufficiently, and for durable clothing.
And her profits and earnings will be dedicated to the LORD as something holy. The money won't be stored away or hoarded; instead, her trade will provide enough food and lasting clothing for those who serve before the LORD.
This verse promises that Tyre's wealth will eventually be used to serve God and provide for His people, rather than being selfishly hoarded.
📚 Historical Context
This verse concludes Isaiah's prophecy against Tyre, the wealthy Phoenician trading city. After predicting Tyre's destruction and eventual restoration, Isaiah envisions a time when this commercial powerhouse will dedicate its profits to serving God. This represents a complete transformation from using wealth for selfish gain to using it for God's purposes and caring for His servants.
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