Isaiah 2:17 Meaning and Explanation
“And the loftiness of man shall be bowed down, and the haughtiness of men shall be made low: and the LORD alone shall be exalted in that day.”
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The Context of Isaiah 2:17
Reiteration that all human pride is brought low while God is exalted.
What Does Isaiah 2:17 Mean?
This verse echoes verse 11, reinforcing the central message: human pride will be completely reversed. The repetition emphasizes that this is not incidental but central to the day of the LORD—pride is the primary target of God's judgment.
The circle of judgment is complete: from individual people to natural features to human constructions to art and commerce—all human exaltation falls. God's solitary exaltation stands as the only reality that endures and remains.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 2:17
What does Isaiah 2:17 mean?
Human loftiness and haughtiness will be made low as God alone is exalted.
What is the context of Isaiah 2:17?
Reiteration that all human pride is brought low while God is exalted.