Isaiah 33:19 Meaning and Explanation
“Thou shalt not see a fierce people, a people of a deeper speech than thou canst perceive; of a stammering tongue, that thou canst not understand.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The foreign invaders—whose language and culture were foreign—will no longer oppress Israel.
The Context of Isaiah 33:19
The oppressor's distinctive foreignness marks their removal: peace means restoration of Israel's own world.
What Does Isaiah 33:19 Mean?
The enemy is characterized by their foreignness: fierce demeanor, incomprehensible speech, stammering or unintelligible language. This describes the Assyrian invaders (or other foreign oppressors), who brought not just military threat but cultural alienation and displacement.
The promise is that the righteous will no longer face this oppression. The fierce invader, incomprehensible and overwhelming, will no longer be present. Peace with one's own land, own language, and own people replaces the distress of foreign occupation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 33:19
What does Isaiah 33:19 mean?
The foreign invaders—whose language and culture were foreign—will no longer oppress Israel.
What is the context of Isaiah 33:19?
The oppressor's distinctive foreignness marks their removal: peace means restoration of Israel's own world.