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Destruction of Assyria

Isaiah’s sixth and final pronouncement of “woe” upon the kingdoms of Israel and Judah dealt with the devastation that would come upon the land (v. 1). It was directed against Sennacherib because of his treachery against Judah. When Jerusalem was surrounded by the Assyrians, there was a …

IllustrationChild’s Relations With The Parent

According to psychologist William Damon, respect for the parent who exercises proper authority leads to respect for legitimate social institutions and to respect for law. Damon writes, “The child’s respect for parental authority sets the direction for civilized partici …