The degradation of Jerusalem mentioned in vv. 1-7 was the cause of God’s coming in to judge, correct, and chastise them.
The degradation of Jerusalem mentioned in vv. 1-7 was the cause of God’s coming in to judge, correct, and chastise them.
cf. 1 Cor. 4:5
The changing of the peoples’ language into a pure language refers to Jehovah’s salvation of the Gentiles in the time of restoration (Matt. 19:28; Acts 3:21). To change a people’s language is to change their culture, for culture is wrapped up with language. The original language of any people is dirty and impure. A people’s language becoming pure indicates that they have been thoroughly saved.
cf. Isa. 19:18; Acts 2:7-11
Lit., shoulder.
I.e., Ethiopia.
Some MSS read, enemies.
Others read, fear.
Lit., her.