That then the LORD thy God will turn thy captivity, and have compassion upon thee, and will return and gather thee from all the nations, whither the LORD thy God hath scattered thee.
Then the LORD your God will end your captivity and have compassion on you. He will come back and gather you from all the nations where the LORD your God has scattered you.
God promises that even when His people are scattered and in exile, He will show mercy and bring them back home.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is delivering a farewell address to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land, emphasizing the covenant blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience. This verse specifically promises restoration and compassion from God if the people repent after being scattered due to their unfaithfulness, reflecting the potential for exile as a consequence of breaking the covenant. It sets the stage for later historical events, such as the Babylonian exile, where Israel experienced scattering and eventual return.
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