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# The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the ruler's staff from between his feet
"The power to rule will always be with the descendants of Judah"
# until Shiloh comes. The nations will obey him
Possible meanings are 1) "Shiloh" means "tribute." Alternate translation: "until the nations obey him and bring him tribute" or 2) "Shiloh" refers to the city of Shiloh. Alternate translation: "until the ruler comes to Shiloh. Then the nations will obey him" Many people consider this a prophecy about the Messiah, who is a descendant of King David. David is a descendant of Judah.