O LORD, by these things men live, and in all these things is the life of my spirit: so wilt thou recover me, and make me to live.
O Lord, these are the things that keep people alive, and my spirit finds life in all of them. Please restore my health and let me live.
The writer is telling God that He is the source of all life and asking Him to heal and restore him.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of Isaiah 38, King Hezekiah of Judah is facing a severe illness that threatens his life, prompting him to pray earnestly to God for healing. This event occurs during a tumultuous period in Judah's history, marked by threats from the Assyrian empire and Hezekiah's efforts to reform the nation and restore true worship. God responds through the prophet Isaiah, granting Hezekiah an additional 15 years of life as a sign of divine mercy.
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