“Who is this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this that is glorious in his apparel, travelling in the greatness of his strength? I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save.”
The watchman on the wall perceives a figure coming from Edom with marred garments stained with blood, asking "Who is this that comes from Edom?" The question initiates a theophanic scene where the figure is revealed as YHWH. The movement toward Edom (Israel's ancient enemy) and the presence of blood suggests divine judgment against enemies. The marred appearance and questioning indicate that this is a hidden divine revelation requiring recognition. This verse inaugurates the final section of Isaiah: recollection of YHWH's mighty acts and the community's intercession.
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