That thou mayest say to the prisoners, Go forth; to them that are in darkness, Shew yourselves. They shall feed in the ways, and their pastures shall be in all high places.
So that you can say to the prisoners, 'Come out and be free!' and to those living in darkness, 'Step into the light!' They will find food along the roads, and even on the barren hills they will find good pasture.
God is promising that He will free His people from captivity and provide for them abundantly, even in unlikely places.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy about the Servant of the Lord who would restore Israel. It was written during a time when the Israelites faced the threat of Babylonian exile, offering hope that God would one day deliver them from captivity and bring them back to their homeland. The imagery of prisoners being freed and finding pasture reflects both literal liberation from exile and spiritual freedom.
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