The isles saw it, and feared; the ends of the earth were afraid, drew near, and came.
The distant islands saw it and were filled with fear; people from the farthest corners of the earth were afraid, so they came together and drew close to one another.
This verse describes how people from all over the world saw God's power and were so afraid that they gathered together for comfort and protection.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy during a time when the Israelites were facing the threat of Babylonian conquest. Isaiah is describing how the nations of the world would react when they witnessed God's mighty acts on behalf of His people. The 'isles' likely refers to distant Mediterranean lands, representing the farthest reaches of the known world at that time.
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