Isaiah 5:30 Meaning and Explanation
“And in that day they shall roar against them like the roaring of the sea: and if one look unto the land, behold darkness and sorrow, and the light is darkened in the heavens thereof.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →On that day of judgment, the roar of the invading army will be like the sea's roar; the land will be filled with darkness and grief.
The Context of Isaiah 5:30
The final judgment: overwhelming military force and the withdrawal of divine light.
What Does Isaiah 5:30 Mean?
The final verse brings the chapter to its climax. The roar of the army becomes like the roar of the sea—overwhelming, unstoppable, all-engulfing. This auditory image caps the symphony of judgment established throughout verses 25-30.
The visual culmination is equally dark: whoever looks at the land sees only darkness and sorrow; even the light in the heavens is darkened. This is not mere military defeat but cosmic desolation. Light—often a symbol of the Lord's presence and favor—is withdrawn.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 5:30
What does Isaiah 5:30 mean?
On that day of judgment, the roar of the invading army will be like the sea's roar; the land will be filled with darkness and grief.
What is the context of Isaiah 5:30?
The final judgment: overwhelming military force and the withdrawal of divine light.