Tag Archives: Isaiah 31

a non-human sword

Isaiah 31:5-9 5 Like he does the flying birds, so Yahveh of armies will protect Jerusalem; he will protect and deliver it; he will pass over and rescue it. 6 Turn back to him from whom the sons of Israel … Continue reading

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crowd confidence

Isaiah 31:1-4 1 Oy! Those who go down Egypt way for help! They count on horses and trust in chariots because there are so many, and in horsemen because they are very numerous, but they do not put confidence in … Continue reading

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God’s solution

Isaiah 30:18-32:20 The prophet’s words to his people predict a disaster that will befall the land, destroying the power of Assyria, and showing that Egypt cannot be relied on for help either.  After the disaster comes, peace will once again … Continue reading

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