And behold at eveningtide trouble; and before the morning he is not. This is the portion of them that spoil us, and the lot of them that rob us.
Look, in the evening there is terror and trouble, but by morning it's gone. This is what happens to those who attack us and steal from us.
This verse promises that enemies who trouble God's people may seem threatening at night, but they will be destroyed by morning.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was a prophet in the 8th century BC, delivering messages to Judah during a time of threats from neighboring nations like Syria and Israel, amid the rising power of the Assyrian Empire. This verse describes the sudden downfall of Israel's enemies, emphasizing God's swift judgment on those who plunder His people, as part of a broader oracle against Damascus. It fits into the biblical narrative of God's protection for His covenant people amidst regional conflicts.
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