O Zion, that bringest good tidings, get thee up into the high mountain; O Jerusalem, that bringest good tidings, lift up thy voice with strength; lift it up, be not afraid; say unto the cities of Judah, Behold your God!
You who bring good news to Zion, climb up on a high mountain! You who bring good news to Jerusalem, shout out with a strong voice! Raise your voice high and don't be afraid! Tell all the cities of Judah, 'Look, here is your God!'
God is telling His messengers to boldly announce the good news from the highest places that God has come to rescue His people.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Isaiah's prophecy during a time when the people of Judah were facing exile to Babylon. The prophet is speaking of a future time when God would bring His people back home from captivity. The image of climbing a mountain to announce good news was a common practice in ancient times - messengers would go to high places where their voices could carry far and wide to spread important announcements.
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