And it shall come to pass in that day, that a man shall nourish a young cow, and two sheep;
When that day comes, a person will only be able to keep one young cow and two sheep.
This verse describes a time when people will have very little livestock - just enough for basic survival.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah 7:21 is part of a prophecy given by Isaiah to King Ahaz of Judah during the 8th century BC, amid threats from Syria and Israel in the Syro-Ephraimite War. The verse describes a future time of devastation and scarcity in the land, where people would rely on just a young cow and two sheep for sustenance, symbolizing the judgment God would bring on unfaithful nations. This imagery reflects the broader context of God's warnings about the consequences of idolatry and lack of faith.
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