Isaiah 27:13 Meaning and Explanation
“And it shall come to pass in that day, that the great trumpet shall be blown, and they shall come which were ready to perish in the land of Assyria, and the outcasts in the land of Egypt, and shall worship the LORD in the holy mount at Jerusalem.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Isaiah 27:13
The chapter ends with the ultimate restoration: the scattered faithful gathered to worship God in Jerusalem.
What Does Isaiah 27:13 Mean?
The 'great trumpet' is the universal signal of God's redemptive action. Those 'ready to perish'—seemingly lost causes, on the edge of destruction—in Assyria and Egypt respond to this call. What seemed impossible, the recovery of the hopelessly scattered and marginalized, is accomplished by divine summons. The outcasts, the forgotten, the hopeless—all are included.
They gather for worship at the holy mount in Jerusalem. This is the culmination: restoration leads to restored relationship with God. The scattered people return not merely as survivors but as worshippers, taking their place in the covenant community. Their suffering, discipline, and exile have achieved their purpose—a purified, repentant people reunited with their God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 27:13
What does Isaiah 27:13 mean?
God's great trumpet will call the faithful remnant home to worship Him in Jerusalem.
What is the context of Isaiah 27:13?
The chapter ends with the ultimate restoration: the scattered faithful gathered to worship God in Jerusalem.