KJV ORIGINAL
Violence shall no more be heard in thy land, wasting nor destruction within thy borders; but thou shalt call thy walls Salvation, and thy gates Praise.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Violence will no longer be heard in your land, and there will be no more devastation or destruction within your borders. Instead, you will name your walls 'Salvation' and your gates 'Praise.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is promising a future time of complete peace and safety, where destruction is replaced with salvation and praise.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah spoke these words during a time when Israel faced constant threats from powerful enemies like Assyria and Babylon. The people lived with the reality of warfare, siege, and destruction of their cities. This prophecy looked forward to a restored Jerusalem and ultimately to God's eternal kingdom where perfect peace would reign.
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