Isaiah 13:7 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore shall all hands be faint, and every man's heart shall melt:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Fear and weakness will overwhelm all people in the face of this judgment.
The Context of Isaiah 13:7
The announcement of universal terror and paralysis before judgment.
What Does Isaiah 13:7 Mean?
'All hands be faint' describes physical weakness and inability to fight or work—the emotional and physical effects of overwhelming dread. When facing divine judgment, human strength and resolve dissolve.
'Every man's heart shall melt' uses vivid imagery: hearts become liquid under the heat of fear. This universal effect ('every man') shows that no one will be untouched by this calamity or able to mount effective resistance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 13:7
What does Isaiah 13:7 mean?
Fear and weakness will overwhelm all people in the face of this judgment.
What is the context of Isaiah 13:7?
The announcement of universal terror and paralysis before judgment.