But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.
But now this is what the LORD says, the one who created you, Jacob, and formed you, Israel: Don't be afraid, because I have saved you. I have called you by your name; you belong to me.
God is telling His people not to fear because He created them, rescued them, and they belong to Him personally.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context, Isaiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during the 8th century BC, a time when the northern kingdom of Israel had fallen to the Assyrians and the southern kingdom faced threats of invasion and exile. God is speaking through Isaiah to His people, referred to as Jacob and Israel, to remind them of their special covenant relationship with Him as their Creator and Redeemer. This verse provides assurance of God's protection amidst their national struggles and unfaithfulness.
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