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Isaiah 66:8
Who has heard of such as this?
from Rejoice with Jerusalem, Isaiah 66:7-14
What it says

The birth of a land and nation in one day is presented as an unprecedented wonder.

What it is doing

This verse magnifies the surprising speed of Zion's restoration.

In context

7“Before she was in labor, she gave birth; 8Who has heard of such as this? 9Shall I bring a baby to the point of birth and not deliver it?” 10Be glad for Jerusalem and rejoice over her, 11so that you may nurse and be satisfied 12For this is what the LORD says: 13As a mother comforts her son, 14When you see, you will rejoice,