Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings.
Tell the righteous that things will go well for them, because they will enjoy the good results of their actions.
God is promising that those who live righteously will ultimately be blessed and enjoy the positive consequences of their good choices.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was a prophet in the 8th century BC, delivering messages to the people of Judah during a time of moral and social decline under corrupt leaders. In this verse, he contrasts the fate of the righteous with the wicked amid warnings of God's impending judgment on Jerusalem, emphasizing that the godly will experience positive outcomes. It reflects the broader biblical theme of divine justice, where actions have consequences in a society facing potential invasion and downfall.
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