What shall I say? he hath both spoken unto me, and himself hath done it: I shall go softly all my years in the bitterness of my soul.
What can I say? He has spoken to me and has done what He promised. I will walk humbly and carefully for the rest of my life because of the deep pain I've experienced.
The writer is expressing that after God has both promised and delivered on His word, he will live the rest of his life with humility and reverence, shaped by his painful experience.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, King Hezekiah of Judah was facing a life-threatening illness and received a prophecy from the prophet Isaiah that he would die soon. After Hezekiah prayed earnestly, God intervened and extended his life by fifteen years as a sign of mercy. In Isaiah 38:15, Hezekiah reflects on God's promises and actions, expressing his intention to live with quiet humility amid the trials he has endured.
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