KJV ORIGINAL
To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all that mourn;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
To announce the year when the LORD shows his favor, and the day when our God brings justice; to comfort everyone who grieves;
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing God's mission to bring both mercy and justice to the world, while comforting those who are hurting.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy about the coming Messiah, written during a time when Israel was facing exile and oppression. The 'acceptable year of the LORD' likely refers to the Year of Jubilee, when debts were forgiven and slaves were freed. Jesus later quoted this passage in the synagogue at Nazareth, claiming it was fulfilled in him.
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