Thou shalt also suck the milk of the Gentiles, and shalt suck the breast of kings: and thou shalt know that I the LORD am thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, the mighty One of Jacob.
You will receive nourishment and wealth from foreign nations, and even from kings. Then you will know that I, the LORD, am your Savior and Redeemer, the mighty God of Jacob.
God is promising that Israel will be blessed and supported by other nations, and through this they will recognize Him as their powerful Savior.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah 60:16 is part of a prophetic vision in the Book of Isaiah, written during a time when the nation of Israel was facing exile and judgment from powerful foreign empires like Babylon. This verse uses vivid metaphorical language to promise that Gentile nations and their kings would one day provide for and submit to Israel, symbolizing God's restoration and abundance for His people after their suffering. It reflects the broader biblical theme of God's covenant faithfulness, where He assures Israel of their ultimate deliverance and exalted status among the nations.
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