To whom he said, This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear.
To whom he said, 'This is the place of rest where you can give rest to the weary; and this is the refreshing place', but they would not listen.
God is offering His people a place of rest and refreshment for those who are tired and worn out, but they refused to listen to Him.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Isaiah, chapter 28, the prophet is addressing the people of Israel, particularly the leaders in Ephraim, during a time of political turmoil and the threat of invasion by Assyria. God, through Isaiah, offers true rest and refreshing as a spiritual remedy for their weariness, emphasizing reliance on His promises rather than human alliances. However, the people stubbornly reject this message, illustrating a pattern of unfaithfulness in Israel's history.
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