Isaiah 11:8 · KJV
"And the sucking child shall play on the hole of the asp, and the weaned child shall put his hand on the cockatrice' den."
King James Version
What does Isaiah 11:8 mean? →Passage Context
6The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.
7And the cow and the bear shall feed; their young ones shall lie down together: and the lion shall eat straw like the ox.
8And the sucking child shall play on the hole of the asp, and the weaned child shall put his hand on the cockatrice' den.
9They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain: for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea.
10And in that day there shall be a root of Jesse, which shall stand for an ensign of the people; to it shall the Gentiles seek: and his rest shall be glorious.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you envision a world of peace?
2
What does it mean for you to feel safe in your environment?
3
When have you experienced a sense of childlike trust?
Life Application
peace
Create a safe space for children and those around you.
trust
Foster trust in your relationships by being reliable and supportive.
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