Isaiah 14:3 Meaning and Explanation
“And it shall come to pass in the day that the LORD shall give thee rest from thy sorrow, and from thy fear, and from the hard bondage wherein thou wast made to serve,”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Isaiah 14:3
God promises an end to Israel's exile and suffering.
What Does Isaiah 14:3 Mean?
Rest from sorrow, fear, and bondage describes complete release from oppression. Isaiah speaks of a day when the Lord grants relief from all three dimensions of suffering—emotional distress, anxiety, and forced labor. This is restoration on multiple levels.
The future freedom Isaiah describes goes beyond physical liberation. It encompasses psychological and spiritual peace, the cessation of the painful conditions of exile and domination.
Isaiah 14:3 in the Original Language
shalom (שָׁלוֹם), 'rest' — often translated peace, but here means completeness and wholeness after fracture.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 14:3
What does Isaiah 14:3 mean?
God will end Israel's suffering, fear, and slavery.
What is the context of Isaiah 14:3?
God promises an end to Israel's exile and suffering.