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Isaiah 20:6
And the inhabitant of this isle shall say in that day, Behold, suchis our expectation, whither we flee for help to be delivered from the king of Assyria: and how shall we escape?

Isaiah 33:14
The sinners in Zion are afraid; fearfulness hath surprised the hypocrites. Who among us shall dwell with the devouring fire? who among us shall dwell with everlasting burnings?

Job 31:14
What then shall I do when God riseth up? and when he visiteth, what shall I answer him?

the day

Isaiah 26:21
For, behold, the LORD cometh out of his place to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity: the earth also shall disclose her blood, and shall no more cover her slain.

Hosea 9:7
The days of visitation are come, the days of recompence are come; Israel shall knowit: the prophetis a fool, the spiritual manis mad, for the multitude of thine iniquity, and the great hatred.

Luke 19:44
And shall lay thee even with the ground, and thy children within thee; and they shall not leave in thee one stone upon another; because thou knewest not the time of thy visitation.

in the desolation

Isaiah 5:26
And he will lift up an ensign to the nations from far, and will hiss unto them from the end of the earth: and, behold, they shall come with speed swiftly:

Isaiah 30:27,28
Behold, the name of the LORD cometh from far, burningwith his anger, and the burdenthereof is heavy: his lips are full of indignation, and his tongue as a devouring fire: …

Isaiah 39:3,6,7
Then came Isaiah the prophet unto king Hezekiah, and said unto him, What said these men? and from whence came they unto thee? And Hezekiah said, They are come from a far country unto me,even from Babylon…

to whom

Isaiah 30:1-3,16
Woe to the rebellious children, saith the LORD, that take counsel, but not of me; and that cover with a covering, but not of my spirit, that they may add sin to sin: …

Isaiah 31:1-3
Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, becausethey are many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD! …

Hosea 5:13
When Ephraim saw his sickness, and Judahsaw his wound, then went Ephraim to the Assyrian, and sent to king Jareb: yet could he not heal you, nor cure you of your wound.

where

Isaiah 2:20,21
In that day a man shall cast his idols of silver, and his idols of gold, which they madeeach one for himself to worship, to the moles and to the bats; …

Isaiah 5:14
Therefore hell hath enlarged herself, and opened her mouth without measure: and their glory, and their multitude, and their pomp, and he that rejoiceth, shall descend into it.

Genesis 31:1
And he heard the words of Laban's sons, saying, Jacob hath taken away all thatwas our father's; and ofthat whichwas our father's hath he gotten all this glory.

when devastation comes from afar?
The devastation mentioned here is likely referring to the Assyrian invasion, which was a significant threat to Israel and Judah during Isaiah's time. Historically, the Assyrians were known for their military prowess and brutal conquests, which brought destruction to many nations. The phrase "from afar" emphasizes the foreign nature of the threat, highlighting the reach and power of the Assyrian empire. This serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty in using foreign nations as instruments of judgment, as seen inHabakkuk 1:6.

To whom will you flee for help?
This rhetorical question underscores the futility of relying on human alliances or false gods for deliverance. In Isaiah's time, Israel and Judah often sought help from neighboring nations like Egypt, rather than turning to God. This is a recurring theme in the prophetic books, where reliance on anything other than God is shown to be inadequate (Isaiah 31:1). The question challenges the reader to consider their own sources of security and to recognize that true help comes only from the Lord (Psalm 121:1-2).

Where will you leave your wealth?
This phrase highlights the temporary and insecure nature of material possessions in the face of divine judgment. In times of crisis, wealth cannot provide safety or salvation. This is a common biblical theme, as seen inProverbs 11:4, which states that riches do not profit in the day of wrath. The question serves as a warning against placing trust in material wealth, urging a focus on spiritual riches and a relationship with God, as emphasized inMatthew 6:19-21.

“What will you do on the day of reckoning” (Isaiah 10:3a) presses a personal, unavoidable issue: God has fixed a real day for judgment.

• Scripture consistently presents this day as certain (Hebrews 9:27), universal (Romans 14:12), and inescapable (2 Corinthians 5:10).

• Isaiah has already warned of “the Day of the LORD of Hosts” (Isaiah 2:12) and of “a day of wrath” (Isaiah 13:6). This verse applies that larger prophetic announcement specifically to Judah’s leaders who had oppressed the poor (Isaiah 10:1-2).

• The question “What will you do?” exposes the futility of every human scheme when confronted with God’s tribunal (Revelation 20:12). There will be no excuses, no negotiations, no appeals—only accountability before the righteous Judge.

Isaiah continues, “when devastation comes from afar” (10:3b). God had already revealed the instrument of that devastation: Assyria (Isaiah 10:5-6).

• The phrase echoes earlier covenant warnings: “The LORD will bring a nation against you from afar” (Deuteronomy 28:49).

• History confirms the literal fulfillment: Assyria swept into the northern kingdom in 722 BC (2 Kings 17:6) and threatened Judah in 701 BC (Isaiah 36–37).

• The point is both historical and theological. When God’s patience expires, judgment arrives swiftly and from unexpected quarters (Habakkuk 1:6). Human distance offers no buffer against divine reach (Jeremiah 5:15).

“To whom will you flee for help?” (10:3c). Every heart will seek a refuge; the only question is whether that refuge can save.

• Judah’s leaders habitually turned to political alliances—Egypt being the favorite fallback (Isaiah 31:1). Yet God declares such partnerships powerless (Psalm 146:3-5).

• True refuge is found only in the Lord, “our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1).

• The New Testament completes the picture: salvation is in Christ alone (Acts 4:12). On judgment day, any hope outside Him collapses (Matthew 7:26-27).

“Where will you leave your wealth?” (10:3d). Oppressive leaders had amassed riches by exploiting the weak (Isaiah 10:2), but judgment exposes the folly of trusting in material security.

• Wealth cannot ransom a soul (Psalm 49:6-9) and offers no advantage in the courtroom of God (Proverbs 11:4).

• Jesus told of the rich fool whose abundance could not extend his life by a single night (Luke 12:20-21).

• Job’s verdict remains true: “Naked I came… and naked I will depart” (Job 1:21). Eternal treasure is stored only by investing in God’s kingdom (Matthew 6:19-21;1 Timothy 6:17-19).

Isaiah 10:3 confronts every person with four piercing realities: a certain day of divine reckoning, an unstoppable judgment, the insufficiency of every earthly refuge, and the utter emptiness of material wealth before God. The passage drives us to abandon self-reliance and to seek the one sure sanctuary—the Lord Himself—who, in Christ, offers mercy now and vindication then.