# Epigraph explained — The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano

> Chapter companion for The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano by Olaudah Equiano.

## What happens

The epigraph quotes Isaiah 12:2-4, expressing trust in God as salvation and strength, and calling for praise and declaration of His doings among the people.

## Themes in this chapter

### Christianity and Providence

The epigraph directly invokes God as salvation and strength, reflecting a theme of divine providence and faith.

## Key lines

> Behold, God is my salvation: I will trust and not be afraid, for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.

God is my savior; I will trust him without fear, for he is my source of strength and joy, and he has saved me.

_The speaker declares reliance on God for salvation and courage._

> And in that shall ye say, Praise the Lord, call upon his name, declare his doings among the people.

Then you will say, praise the Lord, invoke his name, and proclaim his works to everyone.

_A call to worship and share God's actions with others._

## Links

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