But these two things shall come to thee in a moment in one day, the loss of children, and widowhood: they shall come upon thee in their perfection for the multitude of thy sorceries, and for the great abundance of thine enchantments.
But these two terrible things will happen to you suddenly in a single day: you will lose your children and become a widow. These disasters will hit you completely because of all your witchcraft and your many magical practices.
God is warning that sudden, complete disaster will come as judgment for relying on occult practices instead of trusting in Him.
📚 Historical Context
This prophecy was directed at Babylon, which was known for its extensive use of astrology, magic, and divination. The Babylonians heavily relied on these practices for guidance and believed they gave them power and security. Isaiah is prophesying that Babylon's empire would suddenly collapse despite all their magical arts.
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