Let them give glory unto the LORD, and declare his praise in the islands.
Let them give glory to the LORD and proclaim his praise throughout the islands.
The writer is calling for people everywhere, even in distant lands across the seas, to worship and praise God.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Isaiah, written during the 8th century BC, the prophet is addressing the people of Israel amidst threats from the Assyrian empire, foretelling God's plan to bring justice and salvation through His servant. This verse specifically calls for inhabitants of distant islands or coastlands, likely referring to remote regions like those in the Mediterranean, to give glory to the Lord, emphasizing that God's praise should extend beyond Israel to all nations. It reflects the cultural context where "islands" symbolized far-off, gentile territories, highlighting the universal reach of God's redemptive purposes.
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