O ye people; Syrians and Israelites. Immanuel's name inspireth the prophet with new courage, and makes him send a challenge to all God's enemies, and foretell their certain downfall. Ye of far countries; whosoever you be, whether far or near, who do or shall conspire against Immanuel's land. Gird yourselves with sword and belt; prepare yourselves for war. Ye shall be broken in pieces: this is repeated for the greater assurance of the thing, and the comfort of God's people, who are apt to despond upon such occasions.
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Isaiah 8:9
9 Associate yourselves, O ye people, and ye shall be broken in pieces; and give ear, all ye of far countries: gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces; gird yourselves, and ye shall be broken in pieces.