The term “waster” appears most notably in Isaiah 54:16 (KJV): “ Behold, I have created the smith that bloweth the coals in the fire, and that bringeth forth an instrument for his work; and I have created the waster to destroy. ” This short but powerful verse is packed with meaning. To understand who the “ waster ” is, we must look into the biblical background, language, and usage of the term. The Hebrew Meaning The word translated as “ waster ” in Isaiah 54:16 is the Hebrew word שָׁ×—ַת (shachath), which means: ● To corrupt ● To ruin ● To bring to decay ● To destroy completely It is not just about physical destruction; shachath can also mean moral, spiritual, or societal decay. The “waster” is an entity—whether human, national, or spiritual—whose purpose is to cause loss, devastation, or ruin. The Contex...
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