Blessed is the man that doeth this, and the son of man that layeth hold on it; that keepeth the sabbath from polluting it, and keepeth his hand from doing any evil.
Blessed is the person who does this, and anyone who holds onto it firmly—who keeps the Sabbath from being corrupted, and keeps themselves from doing any evil.
God blesses those who honor the Sabbath day and live righteously by avoiding evil.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was writing to Jewish exiles who had been taken to Babylon, encouraging them to maintain their faith and religious practices even in a foreign land. The Sabbath was a crucial marker of Jewish identity and covenant relationship with God, especially important when they were surrounded by pagan cultures. This verse follows God's promise that foreigners and outcasts who follow Him faithfully will be welcomed into His family.
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