En het zal op die dag gebeuren dat de Heere opnieuw, voor de tweede keer, met Zijn hand het overblijfsel van Zijn volk zal verwerven, dat overgebleven zal zijn in Assyrië en in Egypte, in Pathros, Cusj, Elam, en in Sinear, Hamath en op de eilanden in de zee.
Wat betekent dit?
This verse says that God will bring back the remaining people of Israel from different places around the world. God is speaking, promising to gather his people who were scattered.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine you have a big family party, but some of your relatives are far away. This verse is like God saying, 'I will bring back all your far-away relatives so we can have a big, happy family party together.'
Historische achtergrond
Isaiah wrote this verse around 700 BCE. He was a prophet speaking to the people of Judah and Israel, who were facing threats from powerful empires like Assyria and Babylon. The verse reflects a hope for God's intervention and restoration.
Toepassing voor vandaag
In a modern scenario, imagine a family that has been separated by different countries due to conflicts or work. This verse reminds us that there can be a day when all family members can be reunited, just as God promised to reunite Israel.