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Isaiah 17:7

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
At that day shall a man look to his Maker, and his eyes shall have respect to the Holy One of Israel.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

On that day, people will look to their Creator, and they will turn their attention to the Holy One of Israel.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse promises that when judgment comes, people will finally turn their hearts and attention back to God who made them.

📚 Historical Context

This prophecy about Damascus and Israel was given during a time when both nations were trusting in military alliances and idol worship rather than God. Isaiah prophesied that coming judgment would strip away these false securities and cause people to remember their true source of help and salvation.

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