Isaiah 24:6 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore hath the curse devoured the earth, and they that dwell therein are desolate: therefore the inhabitants of the earth are burned, and few men left.”
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The Context of Isaiah 24:6
Consequences of broken covenant expressed in terms of curse and depopulation.
What Does Isaiah 24:6 Mean?
The curse (הַקְּלָלָה) is not abstract but active, actively devouring the land and its inhabitants. Desolation spreads through the population, leaving behind a remnant of survivors.
The reduction to 'few men' suggests both judgment and mercy: the judgment is real and severe, yet some remain. This pattern of remnant appears throughout Isaiah as a sign of hope within judgment.
Isaiah 24:6 in the Original Language
curse (קְּלָלָה) — from qalal, 'to be light' or 'to curse'; the curse is the opposite of blessing and makes the land light—emptied of value and fullness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 24:6
What does Isaiah 24:6 mean?
Because of broken covenant, curse consumes the earth; its people are desolate and reduced to few survivors.
What is the context of Isaiah 24:6?
Consequences of broken covenant expressed in terms of curse and depopulation.