Even though he is speaking metaphorically, verse 16 still gives hope to parents that their "...children will return to them from the land of the enemy."
Contextually, a glorious set of promises of rescue, renewal and prosperity following years of humiliating exile. Can this literally be the Israel we see today? Economically prosperous, independent, innovative, united as a people, as once again God reveals a great love for people… and here, uniquely, Israel.
Even though he is speaking metaphorically, verse 16 still gives hope to parents that their "...children will return to them from the land of the enemy."
Contextually, a glorious set of promises of rescue, renewal and prosperity following years of humiliating exile. Can this literally be the Israel we see today? Economically prosperous, independent, innovative, united as a people, as once again God reveals a great love for people… and here, uniquely, Israel.