KJV ORIGINAL
Sing, O heavens; and be joyful, O earth; and break forth into singing, O mountains: for the LORD hath comforted his people, and will have mercy upon his afflicted.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Sing with joy, you heavens! Be happy, earth! Burst into song, you mountains! Because the LORD has comforted His people and will show mercy to those who are suffering.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is a celebration because God has brought comfort to His people and promises to show kindness to those who are hurting.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the second section of Isaiah, written during or after the Babylonian exile when the Jewish people had been taken from their homeland. The prophet is announcing God's promise to restore and comfort His people after their time of suffering and captivity.
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