Isaiah 24:7
Isaiah 24:7 Meaning and Explanation
“The new wine mourneth, the vine languisheth, all the merryhearted do sigh.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All signs of festivity and abundance—new wine, vines, and joy—fade away.
The Context of Isaiah 24:7
Description of loss of agricultural bounty and celebration.
What Does Isaiah 24:7 Mean?
The language shifts to the loss of agricultural abundance and celebration. Wine is a sign of divine blessing and human gladness; its mourning signals the withdrawal of blessing from the land.
Even the 'merryhearted'—those content and celebrating—turn to sighing. This suggests that no amount of earlier joy shields the people from the coming transformation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 24:7
What does Isaiah 24:7 mean?
All signs of festivity and abundance—new wine, vines, and joy—fade away.
What is the context of Isaiah 24:7?
Description of loss of agricultural bounty and celebration.