Isaiah 49:26 Meaning
And I will feed them that oppress thee with their own flesh; and they shall be drunken with their own blood, as with sweet wine: and all flesh shall know that I the LORD am thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, the mighty One of Jacob.
Context Explained
24Shall the prey be taken from the mighty, or the lawful captive delivered?
25But thus saith the LORD, Even the captives of the mighty shall be taken away, and the prey of the terrible shall be delivered: for I will contend with him that contendeth with thee, and I will save thy children.
26And I will feed them that oppress thee with their own flesh; and they shall be drunken with their own blood, as with sweet wine: and all flesh shall know that I the LORD am thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, the mighty One of Jacob.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 66:16
Both verses speak of God's judgment and the consequences for oppressors.
Matthew 25:31-32
Jesus speaks of judging the nations, reflecting God's justice in Isaiah.
Revelation 19:15
The imagery of Jesus judging the nations parallels the themes of justice in Isaiah.
Source: Isaiah 49:26