KJV ORIGINAL
This people have I formed for myself; they shall shew forth my praise.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
This people I have shaped for myself; they will declare my praise.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is saying that He personally formed His people for the purpose of showing others how wonderful He is.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah wrote this during a time when the Israelites were facing exile to Babylon for their disobedience. God was reminding them through the prophet that despite their failures, they were still His chosen people, specially created to be His witnesses to the world. This was both a comfort and a calling—they weren't just rescued for their own sake, but to display God's character to other nations.
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