KJV ORIGINAL
Thus saith the LORD that made thee, and formed thee from the womb, which will help thee; Fear not, O Jacob, my servant; and thou, Jesurun, whom I have chosen.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
This is what the LORD says—the one who made you and shaped you from the time you were in your mother's womb, and who will help you: Don't be afraid, Jacob my servant, and you, Jeshurun, whom I have chosen.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is reassuring His people that since He created them and chose them, they don't need to be afraid because He will help them.
📚 Historical Context
This verse was written during Israel's exile in Babylon (around 586-538 BC) when the people felt abandoned and afraid. Isaiah was prophesying hope to a nation that had been conquered and taken from their homeland. 'Jeshurun' is a poetic name for Israel that means 'upright one,' showing God's love despite their failures.
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