Isaiah 11:7 Meaning and Explanation
“And the cow and the bear shall feed; their young ones shall lie down together: and the lion shall eat straw like the ox.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Herbivores and carnivores share the same food in harmony.
The Context of Isaiah 11:7
The reversal of nature continues and expands.
What Does Isaiah 11:7 Mean?
The pattern continues and deepens: cow with bear, lion eating straw like cattle. In Isaiah's vision, the fundamental order of nature—predator eating meat, herbivore eating grass—is inverted. The lion, king of beasts, becomes an ox. This is nature transformed at its root.
The detail about young ones lying down together speaks to a peace so complete that it spans generations. It is not a temporary armistice but a permanent reordering, affecting not just the adults but offspring born into this new condition.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 11:7
What does Isaiah 11:7 mean?
Herbivores and carnivores share the same food in harmony.
What is the context of Isaiah 11:7?
The reversal of nature continues and expands.