KJV ORIGINAL
But there the glorious LORD will be unto us a place of broad rivers and streams; wherein shall go no galley with oars, neither shall gallant ship pass thereby.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But there the glorious LORD will be like a place of wide rivers and flowing streams for us; no warships with oars will sail there, and no mighty battle ships will pass through.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is promising to be like a protective waterway for His people - a place of blessing where enemies cannot reach them.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was prophesying during a time when Assyria was threatening Jerusalem with their powerful navy and military forces. In ancient times, cities with broad rivers were considered both blessed with trade and protected from enemy ships. Isaiah is painting a picture of God's future kingdom where His people will be safe from military threats.
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