Isaiah 2:13 Meaning and Explanation
“And upon all the cedars of Lebanon, that are high and lifted up, and upon all the oaks of Bashan,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Majestic cedars will be among those brought low in God's judgment.
The Context of Isaiah 2:13
Catalog of creation's high things that will be humbled.
What Does Isaiah 2:13 Mean?
The cedars of Lebanon represent some of the grandest natural creations—tall, strong, enduring. That even these magnificent trees will be brought low illustrates that nothing created escapes judgment. The imagery moves from human pride to the proud productions and adorned landscapes of human civilization.
Oaks of Bashan, equally lofty, stand for strength and majesty in nature. Both cedar and oak symbolize human glory and achievement built on the created order. Their fall represents the humbling of all creation when God's judgment comes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 2:13
What does Isaiah 2:13 mean?
Majestic cedars will be among those brought low in God's judgment.
What is the context of Isaiah 2:13?
Catalog of creation's high things that will be humbled.