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
In the historical context, the prophet Isaiah was speaking to the people of Judah during a time of threat from foreign empires like Assyria and Babylon, around the 8th century BC. This verse is part of a prophecy about God's promise to restore Israel from exile, assuring that even the Gentiles, non-Jewish nations, would play a role in bringing back the scattered people. It reflects the broader biblical theme of God's plan for universal redemption, extending beyond Israel to all peoples.
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