Blessed are ye that sow beside all waters, that send forth thither the feet of the ox and the ass.
Blessed are you who plant seeds near every stream and water source, who let your oxen and donkeys roam freely there.
God is blessing those who work diligently and make good use of fertile, well-watered land for their farming.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah 32:20 is part of the prophet Isaiah's messages to the people of Judah in the 8th century BC, during a time of political turmoil and threats from Assyrian invasions. The verse uses agricultural imagery common in ancient Israelite society, where sowing near water sources ensured better crops, and animals like oxen and asses were essential for plowing and transporting goods. This reflects God's promise of blessing and restoration for the faithful amid potential judgment and hardship.
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