And I have put my words in thy mouth, and I have covered thee in the shadow of mine hand, that I may plant the heavens, and lay the foundations of the earth, and say unto Zion, Thou art my people.
I have put my words in your mouth, and I have protected you in the shadow of my hand, so that I can create new heavens and establish the foundations of the earth, and say to Zion, 'You are my people.'
God is telling his servant that he has given them his words and protected them so they can help accomplish God's great plans for renewal and restoration of his people.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy during a time when Israel was facing exile and destruction. God is speaking to his servant (likely the prophet or the nation itself) about their role in his redemptive plan. The reference to 'planting heavens' and 'laying foundations' speaks to God's power to create anew and restore what has been broken.
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