"Woe to you destroyer ..." This is a reference to Assyria. Assyria was God's chosen instrument in executing judgement against Israel, but this did not mean she did not have responsibilities.
Isaiah then utters a prayer for help. He longs for a day when the Lord will be gracious to Israel. When we live under the grace of God everything is different. We experience His strength and His salvation. Everything we do is successful. Note that grace is a very active thing, it produces results and effectiveness.
Isaiah is convinced that this will happen at some point. For the Lord is exalted, He is Lord of all. A time will come when Zion (Jerusalem) is filled with justice and righteousness. In that time He will be a sure foundation for the nation. The key to this treasure is the fear of the Lord. The blessings of God always depend upon a response from us.
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