Isaiah 30:25 Meaning and Explanation
“And there shall be upon every high mountain, and upon every high hill, rivers and streams of waters in the day of the great slaughter, when the towers fall.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →In the day when enemies are defeated, even the high places will have abundant water.
The Context of Isaiah 30:25
When enemies fall, God will make water abundant even on high mountains.
What Does Isaiah 30:25 Mean?
The prophecy describes a landscape transformed by water, with rivers and streams flowing on heights where water normally does not collect. High mountains and hills typically lack perennial water sources, making this image miraculous and abundant. This radical transformation of the geography represents the scope of God's restoration.
The context—'in the day of the great slaughter, when the towers fall'—indicates that the invading enemy (Assyria) will be decisively defeated and their fortifications destroyed. In that same moment of Judah's military deliverance, the land itself will be renewed with life-giving water. The spiritual and physical restoration occur simultaneously.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 30:25
What does Isaiah 30:25 mean?
In the day when enemies are defeated, even the high places will have abundant water.
What is the context of Isaiah 30:25?
When enemies fall, God will make water abundant even on high mountains.