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Isaiah 31:5

King James Version (KJV)

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Scripture focus

As birds flying, so will the LORD of hosts defend Jerusalem; defending also he will deliver [it; and] passing over he will preserve [it].

Isaiah 31:5 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Isaiah 31:5

Theological / Devotional

Flying. Or, “hovering,” as a bird over its young with outspread wings. Likewise the Lord will protect Jerusalem from harm (see Ps. 57:1 ; 91:4).

Passing over. Heb. pasach, the same word used in Ex. 12:13, 23, 27 of the Lord passing over His people; hence the name “Passover.” Perhaps, in using the word pasach, Isaiah intends to remind his contemporaries of the great deliverance experienced by their forefathers.

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