What does Isaiah 33:7 mean?

Isaiah 33:7 highlights themes such as sorrow, peace, loss when read in context.

How should I apply Isaiah 33:7 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Behold, their valiant ones shall cry without: the ambassadors of peace shall weep bitterly.

5The LORD is exalted; for he dwelleth on high: he hath filled Zion with judgment and righteousness.

6And wisdom and knowledge shall be the stability of thy times, and strength of salvation: the fear of the LORD is his treasure.

7Behold, their valiant ones shall cry without: the ambassadors of peace shall weep bitterly.

8The highways lie waste, the wayfaring man ceaseth: he hath broken the covenant, he hath despised the cities, he regardeth no man.

9The earth mourneth and languisheth: Lebanon is ashamed and hewn down: Sharon is like a wilderness; and Bashan and Carmel shake off their fruits.

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Luke 19:41-44
Jesus weeps over Jerusalem, reflecting the sorrow of the ambassadors of peace in Isaiah.
Romans 10:15
The call for peace is echoed in the New Testament as a mission of believers.
Matthew 5:9
Jesus blesses the peacemakers, contrasting with the weeping of the ambassadors.