King James Version
What Does Isaiah 11:7 Mean?
“And the cow and the bear shall feed; their young ones shall lie down together: and the lion shall eat straw like the ox.”
Context
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And righteousness shall be the girdle of his loins, and faithfulness the girdle of his reins.
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The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.
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And the cow and the bear shall feed; their young ones shall lie down together: and the lion shall eat straw like the ox.
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And the sucking child shall play on the hole of the asp, and the weaned child shall put his hand on the cockatrice' den. cockatrice: or, adders
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They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain: for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**17. doeth violence ... blood, &c.--**or, that is oppressed by the blood of life (Ge 9:6), which he has taken.
**to the pit--**the grave or destruction (Pr 1:12; Job 33:18-24; Psa 143:7).
**stay him--**sustain or deliver him.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Isaiah. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Isaiah 11:7 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.