Isaiah 57:21 Meaning and Explanation
“There is no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.”
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The Context of Isaiah 57:21
Isaiah concludes the chapter with a definitive statement: the wicked have no peace.
What Does Isaiah 57:21 Mean?
This final declaration is absolute and unambiguous: no peace exists for the wicked. The repetition of this truth throughout Isaiah (see 48:22) underscores its certainty. Peace—shalom in Hebrew, meaning wholeness, right relationship, security—is the antithesis of the wicked's state. Their rebellion severs them from the source of peace.
The statement is not a threat but a statement of reality. As a troubled sea cannot rest by its nature, so the wicked cannot possess peace while remaining wicked. This is not arbitrary punishment but the natural consequence of severing oneself from the only One who grants peace. God's word stands: restoration comes to the repentant, but the wicked remain in their chosen separation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 57:21
What does Isaiah 57:21 mean?
God declares that peace is impossible for the wicked.
What is the context of Isaiah 57:21?
Isaiah concludes the chapter with a definitive statement: the wicked have no peace.