Isaiah 28:19 Meaning and Explanation
“From the time that it goeth forth it shall take you: for morning by morning shall it pass over, by day and by night: and it shall be a vexation only to understand the report.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Judgment is relentless and constant, and even hearing reports of it will be distressing.
The Context of Isaiah 28:19
Isaiah conveys the relentless, overwhelming nature of the judgment that will come.
What Does Isaiah 28:19 Mean?
Once the judgment 'goeth forth,' it will 'take you'—seize and overtake those it targets. There is no escape, no delay. The phrase 'morning by morning' emphasizes that the judgment is continuous, unceasing, both day and night. It never stops or lets up.
The phrase 'a vexation only to understand the report' is striking. Even just hearing news of what is happening is so troubling that understanding the reports becomes vexing in itself. The situation is so dire that mere information about it is distressing. This captures the totality of the disaster.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 28:19
What does Isaiah 28:19 mean?
Judgment is relentless and constant, and even hearing reports of it will be distressing.
What is the context of Isaiah 28:19?
Isaiah conveys the relentless, overwhelming nature of the judgment that will come.