He asserts that everything He has purposed is accomplished, without exception. This stands as a testament to His divine and irresistible power. Unlike human endeavors, which may be thwarted by unforeseen obstacles, if the Almighty wills to accomplish something, nothing can stand against it or impede His will. Who can dismantle what the Holy One desires? Who can withstand the hand of the Most High? Therefore, He justly claims, "All my counsel shall stand, and all my pleasure shall be accomplished."
He states, "He who summons a bird from the east, from a distant land," signifying the Babylonian who devastated Judea, captured Jerusalem, and laid waste to the temple, causing destruction among both common and noble citizens. Many were exiled to Persia under a harsh yoke of captivity. This prophecy was made clear to the blessed prophet Ezekiel, who received the message: "The word of the Lord came to me, saying, 'Son of man, present a parable to the house of Israel.' Say to them, 'Thus says the Lord God: A great eagle with long wings, full of feathers, went to Lebanon and took the top of the cedar, brought it to a city, and planted it in a fruitful field. It grew and became a vine, weak and lowly, stretching its branches.'” Therefore, God spoke through Ezekiel with clarity. Yet, because His original message may not have been fully understood, He expounded further, saying, "To the house that has provoked me: Do you not understand what all this means? The king of Babylon will come to Jerusalem, seizing the king and the nobles, and bringing them to Babylon. He will form a covenant and secure them, ensuring they remain compliant and humble within his rule."
The history detailed in the Kings confirms that following the city's destruction, the Babylonians captured Zedekiah in chains and led him away along with some distinguished Jews, aptly representative of the chosen cedar. Thus, God proclaims, "I am the One who calls the bird from the east. I have spoken, and it shall be brought to pass as I foretold." All the forewarnings regarding coming judgments were fulfilled in due time, prepared for those who dishonored His glory by venerating lifeless idols. God orchestrated the events to guide and empower the Babylonian king, ensuring he brought righteous judgment upon those who failed to honor Him, choosing instead to offer reverence to inanimate creations.
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