Isaiah 2:12 Meaning and Explanation
“For the day of the LORD of hosts shall be upon every one that is proud and lofty, and upon every one that is lifted up; and he shall be brought low:”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Isaiah 2:12
Introduction to extended catalog of what will be brought low by God's judgment.
What Does Isaiah 2:12 Mean?
The day of the LORD—when God directly intervenes in history—comes specifically against pride and presumption. Every person characterized by pride will face judgment. This is not aimed at the poor or humble but specifically at those who have lifted themselves up.
The text identifies pride as the actual transgression being judged: "everyone that is proud and lofty, and upon every one that is lifted up." Judgment falls on the posture of self-exaltation that rejects God's authority and replaces it with human will.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 2:12
What does Isaiah 2:12 mean?
The LORD will judge everyone proud, lofty, and lifted up.
What is the context of Isaiah 2:12?
Introduction to extended catalog of what will be brought low by God's judgment.