For thus saith the LORD, Behold, I will extend peace to her like a river, and the glory of the Gentiles like a flowing stream: then shall ye suck, ye shall be borne upon her sides, and be dandled upon her knees.
For this is what the LORD says: Look, I will bring peace to her like a flowing river, and the wealth of the nations like a rushing stream. Then you will nurse at her breast, be carried on her hip, and be bounced lovingly on her knees.
God is promising to bring abundant peace and prosperity to His people, caring for them like a loving mother tenderly nurtures her children.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Isaiah, this verse is part of a prophecy delivered during a time of exile and turmoil for Israel, likely referring to the Babylonian captivity in the 6th century BC. God promises abundant peace and the glory of the nations flowing to Jerusalem, using vivid imagery to assure restoration and divine care after judgment. This reflects the historical hopes of the Jewish people for God's intervention to bring prosperity and security to their homeland.
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