But this is a people robbed and spoiled; they are all of them snared in holes, and they are hid in prison houses: they are for a prey, and none delivereth; for a spoil, and none saith, Restore.
But this is a people who have been robbed and stripped of everything; they are all trapped in pits, and they are hidden away in prisons. They have become victims, and no one rescues them; they have been plundered, and no one says, 'Give it back.'
This verse describes how God's people have been completely defeated and taken captive, with no one coming to their rescue or demanding their freedom.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah is describing the future exile of Israel, likely referring to the Babylonian captivity that would occur in 586 BC. The Jewish people would be conquered, their temple destroyed, and many would be taken as prisoners to Babylon. This prophecy was given before these events occurred, warning of the consequences of turning away from God.
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