Isaiah 24:22 Meaning and Explanation
“And they shall be gathered together, as prisoners are gathered in the pit, and shall be shut up in the prison, and after many days shall they be visited.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The judged are gathered like prisoners in a pit, shut up for a long time until finally visited by God.
The Context of Isaiah 24:22
Judgment expressed as imprisonment awaiting visitation.
What Does Isaiah 24:22 Mean?
The metaphor shifts to imprisonment. Powers judged are imprisoned, separated from influence and freedom. The 'many days' suggest a long period during which they remain confined and powerless.
The final phrase 'visited' (פִּקְדוּ, piqdu) is ambiguous—it can mean 'visited with judgment' or 'visited with mercy.' This ambiguity leaves open the question of ultimate resolution: will the visit bring further judgment or eventual restoration?
Isaiah 24:22 in the Original Language
visited (פִּקְדוּ) — piqdu; from paqad; can mean 'to visit,' 'to muster,' or 'to attend to'; often signals God's intentional intervention.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 24:22
What does Isaiah 24:22 mean?
The judged are gathered like prisoners in a pit, shut up for a long time until finally visited by God.
What is the context of Isaiah 24:22?
Judgment expressed as imprisonment awaiting visitation.