THEOSISPalaea Historica
In the phrase "at thy going out," a prophecy concerning the birth of the Lord is articulated. The term 'sire' indicates a barren location, signifying His humble birth in a stable, where He was laid in a manger. Rich in compassion beyond all, He voluntarily chose poverty for humanity’s benefit, while remaining on His heavenly throne alongside the Father. The expression "when He was lifted up" foretells His willing elevation to the cross. The reference to "from the field of Edom" connects to Eden, which signifies "the food of Eden"; Adam was cast out of Eden due to his transgression. Notice that Devorah did not say "in the field," but rather "from the field," highlighting that Adam was expelled from Paradise as a result of his wrongdoing.
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Consider also Golgotha in Jerusalem, which was situated in a region referred to as Edom; it was here that the cross of Christ was erected. You are aware of the events surrounding the crucifixion of our Lord and how Devorah foretold these occurrences when she sang: "The earth shook, and the heavens troubled, and the clouds shed water, the mountains swayed before the face of the Lord." All of these prophecies were realized during the Lord's Passion.
The name Sheir, which in the Old Testament refers to two mountain ranges, has been interpreted here as signifying "orphaned" or "lonely," laying the groundwork for further understanding. This aligns with the Apostle Paul's reminder of Christ’s grace, as stated: "For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, being rich, He became poor for your sakes, that ye might be enriched by His poverty" (2 Cor. 8:9). The connection of the term Edom, meaning "pleasantness" or "sweetness," links back to the Garden of Eden, which the Lord Himself established, while “Edom” also refers to Esau, Isaac’s brother; his descendants were known as the Idumeans, and their land was called Idumea. According to Church tradition, Adam was interred at Calvary, establishing a pathway from Eden to Calvary. Through Devorah’s words, we find the prophecy that Jesus Christ, the "new Adam," would traverse the same route: "from the field of Eden" to Golgotha to conquer death and bring Adam to life through His sacrifice. This theological concept is visually represented in the crucifixion iconography, where the skull and bones of Adam rest beneath the cross.