Isaiah 28:29 Meaning and Explanation
“This also cometh forth from the LORD of hosts, which is wonderful in counsel, and excellent in working.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All of this wisdom—in farming and in God's governance—comes from the Lord, whose counsel is wondrous and whose works are excellent.
The Context of Isaiah 28:29
Isaiah concludes the parable by attributing all wisdom and skillful work to God's excellent counsel.
What Does Isaiah 28:29 Mean?
The farming parable is not merely human wisdom but reflects divine character. The farmer's knowledge to prepare ground appropriately, plant specifically, and thresh according to need—all this comes 'from the LORD of hosts.' God is the source of this wisdom that orders creation and guides human work.
Isaiah concludes by affirming that God is 'wonderful in counsel'—his thinking is beyond human understanding—and 'excellent in working.' His actions match his wisdom. This applies to everything he does: his judgment, his restoration, his providence. All reflects a wisdom and excellence that humans can perceive but never fully comprehend.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 28:29
What does Isaiah 28:29 mean?
All of this wisdom—in farming and in God's governance—comes from the Lord, whose counsel is wondrous and whose works are excellent.
What is the context of Isaiah 28:29?
Isaiah concludes the parable by attributing all wisdom and skillful work to God's excellent counsel.