Isaiah 66:11 Meaning and Explanation
“That ye may suck, and be satisfied with the breasts of her consolations; that ye may milk out, and be delighted with the abundance of her glory.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Isaiah 66:11
Jerusalem will abundantly comfort and nourish her restored children.
What Does Isaiah 66:11 Mean?
The image shifts to Jerusalem as a mother nursing her children. Those who approach her will suck and be satisfied with the breasts of her consolations—an image of comfort, nourishment, and abundance flowing from her. They will milk out and be delighted with the abundance of her glory. The verb 'milk out' suggests drawing out freely and plentifully; there is no shortage.
This poetic language conveys both intimacy and plenty. Jerusalem will give, and her people will receive. The consolations and glory are not scarce or rationed but abundant, meant to satisfy fully. This answers the earlier sorrow and loss: what was taken will be restored with such abundance that those who experienced exile and grief will find themselves not merely restored but abundantly comforted by Jerusalem's renewed glory.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 66:11
What does Isaiah 66:11 mean?
Jerusalem will abundantly nourish her people with consolation and glory.
What is the context of Isaiah 66:11?
Jerusalem will abundantly comfort and nourish her restored children.