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Isaiah 29:18

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And in that day shall the deaf hear the words of the book, and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity, and out of darkness.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And in that day, those who are deaf will hear the words of the book, and those who are blind will see clearly, no longer living in shadows and darkness.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is promising a future day when people who couldn't hear or see His truth will suddenly understand it clearly.

📚 Historical Context

Isaiah prophesied to the people of Judah in the 8th century BC during a time of threat from the Assyrian Empire, warning of judgment but also promising future restoration. This verse describes a coming day of deliverance where the deaf and blind would be healed, symbolizing not just physical miracles but a spiritual awakening for God's people. It fits into the broader biblical narrative of God's covenant promises, pointing toward ultimate fulfillment in the Messiah.

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