Isa.36.5

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Isa.36.5

I say, sayest thou, (but they are but vain words) I have counsel and strength for war: now on whom dost thou trust, that thou rebellest against me?

Isa.36.5

You're bluffing and I'm calling your bluff. Your words are no match for my weapons. What kind of backup do you have now that you've rebelled against me?

Isa.36.5

You say you have strategy and military strength-but you speak only empty words. On whom are you depending, that you rebel against me?

Isa.36.5

I say you speak of having plans and power for war; but they are mere words. Now in whom do you trust, that you rebel against me?

Isa.36.5

Do you think that mere words can substitute for military skill and strength? Which of your allies will give you any military backing against Assyria?