Isaiah 2:21 Meaning and Explanation
“To go into the clefts of the rocks, and into the tops of the ragged rocks, for fear of the LORD, and for the glory of his majesty, when he ariseth to shake terribly the earth.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →People seek refuge in rocks and caves, desperate to escape God's judgment.
The Context of Isaiah 2:21
Reiteration of people's desperate and futile flight to hiding places.
What Does Isaiah 2:21 Mean?
This verse repeats the pattern of verses 10 and 19, emphasizing the desperation and futility of trying to hide from God. The earth itself shaking shows that creation itself participates in God's judgment—no geological feature can shelter those who have rejected Him.
The repetition of this image of desperate flight across three verses (10, 19, 21) shows its importance: those who reject God find no refuge when He rises to judge. The natural response to God's majesty becomes panic and flight.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 2:21
What does Isaiah 2:21 mean?
People seek refuge in rocks and caves, desperate to escape God's judgment.
What is the context of Isaiah 2:21?
Reiteration of people's desperate and futile flight to hiding places.