Isaiah 11:15

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَكَمَا جَفَّفَ اللهُ خَلِيجَ بَحرِ مِصْرٍ، سَيُحَرِّكُ يَدَهُ عَلَى نَهْرِ الفُرَاتِ بِرِيحِهِ العَنِيفَةِ. سَيَقْسِمُهُ إلَى سَبْعَةِ جَدَاوِلَ صَغِيرَةٍ يَعْبُرُهَا النَّاسُ بِأحذِيَتِهِمْ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that the Lord will completely dry up the waters of the Red Sea and shake the River Euphrates, making it possible for people to cross on dry land. The Lord is speaking, and the key message is about His power to make impossible things possible for His people.

Explained for Children

Imagine the Lord as a superhero who can make big rivers and seas dry up with just a wave of His hand. This makes it easy for people to cross over, just like crossing a puddle on a sunny day. It's all about the Lord making difficult things easy for His friends.

Historical Background

Isaiah, a prophet in the 8th century BCE, wrote this verse. It was addressed to the people of Israel, who were facing the threat of foreign powers like Egypt and Assyria. The prophecy spoke of a future time when God would deliver His people from these threats.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse can remind us that when we face seemingly insurmountable obstacles, God can provide the way through them. For example, if someone is struggling financially and feels overwhelmed, this verse can encourage them to trust that God can provide a way out, just as He made the Red Sea and the Euphrates dry for His people.

Topics

• deliverance
• power of God
• obstacles
• faith
• divine intervention
• supernatural

Related Verses

• Exodus 14:21
• Joshua 3:17
• Psalms 78:13
• Isaiah 43:16
• Revelation 16:12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the 'tongue of the Egyptian sea'?

The 'tongue of the Egyptian sea' refers to the Red Sea, which God dried up to allow the Israelites to cross during the Exodus. It symbolizes God's power to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

How does this verse relate to the Exodus story?

This verse echoes the story of the Exodus where God dried up the Red Sea for the Israelites to cross. It reassures that God has the same power to save and deliver His people today.

What does 'dryshod' mean in this context?

'Dryshod' means to walk on dry land. In this context, it describes how God will make it possible for His people to cross a river or sea on dry ground, symbolizing the overcoming of obstacles.

How can this verse be applied in daily life?

This verse can be applied to daily life by trusting that God can overcome any obstacle, no matter how big or impossible it seems. It's a reminder to have faith and look to God for solutions.