Isaiah 11:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And it shall come to pass in that day, that the Lord shall set his hand again the second time to recover the remnant of his people, which shall be left, from Assyria, and from Egypt, and from Pathros, and from Cush, and from Elam, and from Shinar, and from Hamath, and from the islands of the sea.”
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The Context of Isaiah 11:11
The leader's reign triggers the gathering of exiled Israel.
What Does Isaiah 11:11 Mean?
'Second time' refers to a restoration following an initial one—likely the return from Egypt in the exodus. Now, after a much broader dispersal (Assyria, Egypt, Cush, Elam, Shinar, Hamath, and the islands), the Lord will gather the remnant again. The list spans the ancient world: east (Assyria, Shinar, Elam), south (Egypt, Cush, Pathros), and west (islands).
This is not a small local return but a gathering of diaspora peoples from every direction. The emphasis is on 'remnant'—those who survive scattering and exile—and on the Lord's determined hand reaching across geography and time to reunite them. This restoration is presented as the work of the same hand that freed Israel from Egypt.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 11:11
What does Isaiah 11:11 mean?
The Lord will restore scattered Israel a second time.
What is the context of Isaiah 11:11?
The leader's reign triggers the gathering of exiled Israel.