Thus saith the Lord GOD, Behold, I will lift up mine hand to the Gentiles, and set up my standard to the people: and they shall bring thy sons in their arms, and thy daughters shall be carried upon their shoulders.
This is what the Lord God says: 'Look, I will raise my hand as a signal to the nations, and set up my banner for all peoples to see. They will bring your sons in their arms, and carry your daughters on their shoulders.'
God is promising that He will signal to all the nations of the world, and they will help bring His scattered people home with great care and honor.
📚 Historical Context
This verse was written during Israel's exile in Babylon, when the Jewish people had been taken captive and scattered from their homeland. Isaiah is prophesying about God's future restoration of Israel, promising that not only will they return home, but that foreign nations (Gentiles) will actually help facilitate their return. The imagery of lifting a hand and setting up a standard refers to ancient military or royal signals used to gather armies or call people together.
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