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Isaiah 13:8 Β· KJV

"And they shall be afraid: pangs and sorrows shall take hold of them; they shall be in pain as a woman that travaileth: they shall be amazed one at another; their faces shall be as flames."

King James Version

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Passage Context

6Howl ye; for the day of the LORD is at hand; it shall come as a destruction from the Almighty.
7Therefore shall all hands be faint, and every man's heart shall melt:
8And they shall be afraid: pangs and sorrows shall take hold of them; they shall be in pain as a woman that travaileth: they shall be amazed one at another; their faces shall be as flames.
9Behold, the day of the LORD cometh, cruel both with wrath and fierce anger, to lay the land desolate: and he shall destroy the sinners thereof out of it.
10For the stars of heaven and the constellations thereof shall not give their light: the sun shall be darkened in his going forth, and the moon shall not cause her light to shine.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it feel like for you to experience deep sorrow?

2

How do you cope with overwhelming emotions?

3

When have you felt amazed or astonished by a difficult situation?

Life Application

grief

Allow yourself to feel the depth of your sorrow; it is a natural part of healing. Surround yourself with supportive friends during tough times.

community

Share your experiences with others who have faced similar challenges to foster understanding and connection.

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