Behold, all they that were incensed against thee shall be ashamed and confounded: they shall be as nothing; and they that strive with thee shall perish.
Look, all those who are angry and furious with you will be put to shame and embarrassed. They will become like nothing, and those who fight against you will be destroyed.
God is promising that those who oppose His people will ultimately be defeated and put to shame.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during the 8th-7th centuries BC, a time when the nation faced threats from powerful empires like Assyria and Babylon, which often incited fear and uncertainty among the people. In this verse, God is speaking words of comfort to Israel, assuring them that their enemies who rage against them will ultimately fail and be brought to nothing, as part of His broader promises of protection and restoration. This reflects the historical context of exile and divine intervention in Israel's struggles.
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