KJV ORIGINAL
The Lord sent a word into Jacob, and it hath lighted upon Israel.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The Lord sent a message to Jacob, and it has come down upon Israel.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is delivering a message or judgment to His people Israel (also called Jacob).
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was a prophet in the 8th century BC, serving in Judah during a time of political instability and moral decline in both Judah and the northern kingdom of Israel. In Isaiah 9:8, this verse refers to God sending a prophetic message of judgment to Jacob, an ancient name for Israel, as a response to their pride and disobedience. This prophecy unfolded amid threats from the Assyrian empire, illustrating how God used historical events to warn and discipline His people.
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