KJV ORIGINAL
For, behold, the LORD cometh out of his place to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity: the earth also shall disclose her blood, and shall no more cover her slain.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Look, the LORD is coming from his dwelling place to punish the people of the earth for their sins. The earth will reveal all the blood that has been spilled on it and will no longer hide those who have been murdered.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse warns that God will come to judge the world for its sins, and all hidden violence and injustice will be brought into the light.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah wrote this prophecy during a time when Israel faced threats from powerful empires like Assyria and Babylon. The prophet was addressing both immediate concerns about foreign oppression and pointing toward a future day when God would judge all nations for their wickedness and violence.
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