What symbol does Isaiah use to describe the coming Messiah’s origin from David’s family line?
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Correct answer: A branch from the stump of Jesse
Isaiah 11:1 says a branch will come from the stump of Jesse, David’s father. This symbolizes a future king from David’s lineage.
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