KJV ORIGINAL
There is no peace, saith the LORD, unto the wicked.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
"There is no peace," says the LORD, "for the wicked."
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is saying that those who choose to live in rebellion against Him cannot find true peace or rest in their lives.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes at the end of Isaiah's prophecy about God's judgment and redemption of His people during the Babylonian exile. Throughout this section, Isaiah contrasts the fate of those who trust in God versus those who reject Him. The prophet is warning that while God offers restoration to the repentant, those who persist in wickedness will find no lasting peace or security.
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