Isaiah 7:20

"They shall come, and shall all rest in the desolate valleys, in the clefts of the rocks, on all thorn hedges, and on all pastures."

Key Reflection

This verse paints a picture of judgment and exile, where those who oppose God's will will find no rest or safety; instead, they shall dwell in desolate places, symbolizing their condemnation and separation from the community of faith. These harsh environments, filled with thorns and ruins, contrast sharply with the promised abundance and security that follows obedience, as seen later in the passage where people will "flow to the goodness" and "sing in the height of Zion."

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

In the same day ... -The idea in this verse is the same as in the preceding, though presented in a different form. The meaning is, that “God” would bring upon them this punishment, but that he would make use of the Assyrian as an “instrument” by which to do it. Shave -The act of shaving off the hair denotes punishment or disgrace; compare2 Samuel 10:4: ‘Hanun took David’s servants, and shaved off one half of their beards;’1 Chronicles 19:4. With a razor -Using them as an instrument. God here claims the power of directing them, and regards them as employed by him; seeIsaiah 10:5-7. That is hired -This is an allusion to the custom of hiring soldiers, or employing mercenary armies.

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