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The prophet Isaiah gave this message to the people of Israel and Judah within the context of two of their kings: [[Ahaz]], who led the people away from God; and [[Hezekiah]] who returned the people to God. It was also in the context of instability with war with [[Assyria]]. In Isaiah 9, a new and ideal king from the line of [[King David]] is presented. One who, like Hezekiah will worship and honour God. This king however will deliver peace and protection from surrounding armies and bring justice to the land. The passage describes the king with the well known words:
: ''{{web_verse|isaiah|9|6}} {{web_verse|isaiah|9|7}}''
===This ideal king in the light of the [[New Testament]]===
The [[New Testament]] suggests that [[Jesus]] is the fulfillment of this promise of an ideal king who will bring peace.
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