Isaiah 65:21 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And they shall build houses, and inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, and eat the fruit of them.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They will build houses and live in them; they will plant vineyards and eat the fruit they grow.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is promising a time when people will enjoy the full benefits of their hard work and live in security.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from Isaiah's vision of God's new heavens and new earth, written during a time when the Israelites faced exile and uncertainty. The promise directly contrasts their current experience of having their homes destroyed and their harvests taken by enemies. Isaiah is describing a future restoration where God's people will finally experience lasting peace and prosperity.

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