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Isaiah 22:7 Meaning

And it shall come to pass, that thy choicest valleys shall be full of chariots, and the horsemen shall set themselves in array at the gate.

Context Explained

5For it is a day of trouble, and of treading down, and of perplexity by the Lord GOD of hosts in the valley of vision, breaking down the walls, and of crying to the mountains.

6And Elam bare the quiver with chariots of men and horsemen, and Kir uncovered the shield.

7And it shall come to pass, that thy choicest valleys shall be full of chariots, and the horsemen shall set themselves in array at the gate.

8And he discovered the covering of Judah, and thou didst look in that day to the armour of the house of the forest.

9Ye have seen also the breaches of the city of David, that they are many: and ye gathered together the waters of the lower pool.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • Revelation 19:14

    The imagery of armies preparing for battle is echoed in Revelation.

  • Isaiah 31:1

    Trusting in human strength versus divine help is a recurring theme.

Source: Isaiah 22:7