Isaiah 66:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you; and ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Just like a mother comforts her child, I will comfort you; and you will find comfort in Jerusalem.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is promising to comfort His people with the same tender, nurturing care that a loving mother gives to her child.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Isaiah, the prophet delivers messages from God to the people of Judah during a period of impending judgment and exile due to their unfaithfulness. This verse from the final chapter speaks to God's promises of restoration and comfort for Israel after their hardships, reflecting a time when the nation longed for return from Babylonian captivity. It uses the tender image of a mother's comfort to convey God's compassionate care as His people are restored to Jerusalem.

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