Isaiah 60:18 Meaning and Explanation
“Violence shall no more be heard in thy land, wasting nor destruction within thy borders; but thou shalt call thy walls Salvation, and thy gates Praise.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Violence and destruction will cease, and Jerusalem's walls and gates will be known by names celebrating God's deliverance.
The Context of Isaiah 60:18
Physical safety combines with spiritual transformation in naming and purpose.
What Does Isaiah 60:18 Mean?
The verse promises an end to the sounds and effects of warfare. 'Violence shall no more be heard'—no more the cries of battle, no more the clash of weapons. 'Wasting nor destruction'—no more siege, ruin, or devastation. Jerusalem transitions from a war-torn, disputed territory to a place of complete peace and security.
The walls and gates—symbols of defense and entry—are renamed. Walls become 'Salvation,' expressing God's protecting power. Gates become 'Praise,' marking them as places of worship and acknowledgment of God. These designations transform military fortifications into spiritual monuments celebrating deliverance.
Isaiah 60:18 in the Original Language
shâlôm (שָׁלוֹם), 'peace'—completeness, wholeness, well-being, and absence of conflict.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 60:18
What does Isaiah 60:18 mean?
Violence and destruction will cease, and Jerusalem's walls and gates will be known by names celebrating God's deliverance.
What is the context of Isaiah 60:18?
Physical safety combines with spiritual transformation in naming and purpose.