KJV ORIGINAL
Now will I rise, saith the LORD; now will I be exalted; now will I lift up myself.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Now I will rise up, says the LORD; now I will be lifted high; now I will show my greatness.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is declaring that He will now step forward powerfully to act and display His mighty strength and glory.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Isaiah's prophecy during a time when Assyria was threatening Jerusalem and God's people were in great distress. The prophet is conveying God's promise that after allowing His people to face trials, He will now intervene powerfully on their behalf. This declaration comes as God prepares to demonstrate His supremacy over the nations that have oppressed His people.
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