KJV ORIGINAL
And they shall be gathered together, as prisoners are gathered in the pit, and shall be shut up in the prison, and after many days shall they be visited.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
They will be gathered together like prisoners thrown into a dungeon, locked up in prison, and after a long time they will be brought out for judgment.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how God's enemies will be imprisoned and held until the time comes for their final judgment.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah 24 is part of the 'Isaiah Apocalypse' (chapters 24-27), where the prophet describes God's final judgment on the earth and all nations. This chapter speaks of a time when God will punish both earthly rulers and spiritual powers for their rebellion against Him. The imagery of imprisonment reflects ancient practices where prisoners of war were held in pits or dungeons until their fate was decided.
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