Isaiah 6:11-13
6:11 a how long ... until ... the whole country is a wasteland: During the prophet’s ministry (740 to 685 BC), the nation was plagued by wars, famines, and other forms of devastation.6:13 b Even if a tenth—a remnant—survive, the judgment would continue until nearly all were destroyed. The prophet often spoke of near extermination or decimation (9:18-21 c; 10:20 d; 22:4 e; 48:19 f; 51:18 g) but maintained the hope of a remnant who would make a new beginning (7:21-22 h; 29:23 i; 37:31 j; 44:26 k; 49:19 l; 54:1 m).
• Israel’s stump will be a holy seed: The stump represents a remnant of holy people (see 4:2-3 n) whose new leader would be pleasing to the Lord (11:1 o).
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