There is none to guide her among all the sons whom she hath brought forth; neither is there any that taketh her by the hand of all the sons that she hath brought up.
There is no one to guide her among all the children she has given birth to; there is no one to take her by the hand among all the sons she has raised.
The writer is describing Jerusalem as a mother with many children, but tragically none of them are able to help or support her in her time of need.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Isaiah, chapter 51 is part of a prophetic message to the exiled people of Judah, where Jerusalem is personified as a mother abandoned by her children. This verse reflects the historical devastation of the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC, when Judah's people were taken captive, leaving the city without support or guidance. It serves as a poignant reminder of God's impending promises of restoration amid their suffering.
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