KJV ORIGINAL
This is the purpose that is purposed upon the whole earth: and this is the hand that is stretched out upon all the nations.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
This is the plan that has been decided for the entire earth, and this is the hand that reaches out over all the nations.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is declaring that His plan extends over the whole world and all nations are under His authority.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was a prophet in Judah during the 8th century BC, delivering messages from God amid threats from powerful empires like Assyria and Babylon. This verse is part of a broader oracle against the king of Babylon, emphasizing God's sovereign plan to judge nations that exalt themselves against Him. It highlights that God's purposes encompass the entire world, assuring His people of ultimate justice and control.
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