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Isaiah 24:17

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Fear, and the pit, and the snare, are upon thee, O inhabitant of the earth.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Terror, destruction, and traps are coming upon you, people of the earth.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse warns that judgment and unavoidable danger are coming upon all the people of the world.

📚 Historical Context

Isaiah 24 is part of a prophetic section in the book of Isaiah, written around the 8th century BC during a time when Judah faced threats from empires like Assyria, highlighting God's impending judgment on the whole earth for its widespread sin and rebellion. This verse uses vivid imagery of fear, a pit, and a snare to depict the inescapable consequences of human wickedness, reflecting the biblical theme of divine retribution that applies universally. It fits into the broader context of Isaiah's prophecies warning nations of the "day of the Lord" as a time of global accountability.

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