4 Then the ruler of Israel will standand take care of his people.He will lead them with the Lord’s power.He will lead them in the wonderful name of the Lord his God.They will live in safety.And his greatness will be known all over the earth.
5 He will bring peace.The Assyrian army will come into our country.They will destroy our large houses.But we will choose seven or eight leaders.They will shepherd our people.
6 They will destroy the Assyrians with their swords.They will conquer the land of Assyria with their swords drawn.The Assyrians will come into our land.They will come within our borders.But the leaders of Israelwill save us from them.
7 Then the people of Jacob who are left alivewill be like dew from the Lord to many people.They will be like rain which does not wait for man.They will be like showers which do not wait for human beings.
8 Those left alive of Jacob’s peoplewill be scattered among the nations.They will be among many peoples.They will be like a lion among the animals of the forest.They will be like a young lion going through the flock.He steps on what is in his way.No one can save the nations from God’s people.
9 So you will raise your fist in victory over your enemies,and you will destroy them.
10 The Lord says, “At that time,I will take your horses from you.I will destroy your chariots.