And he shall pass over to his strong hold for fear, and his princes shall be afraid of the ensign, saith the LORD, whose fire is in Zion, and his furnace in Jerusalem.
And he will flee to his fortress out of fear, and his commanders will be terrified of the battle flag, says the LORD, whose fire burns in Zion and whose furnace is in Jerusalem.
God is declaring that enemy leaders will flee in terror because His powerful presence dwells in Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
In the 8th century BC, the prophet Isaiah warned the people of Judah against forming an alliance with Egypt for protection against the powerful Assyrian empire, urging them to rely on God instead. This verse is part of a broader prophecy about God's judgment on Assyria and His defense of Jerusalem, highlighting how enemy leaders would flee in fear. The "fire in Zion" and "furnace in Jerusalem" symbolize God's purifying presence and protection over His people.
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