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Isaiah 6:7 Meaning

And he laid it upon my mouth, and said, Lo, this hath touched thy lips; and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin purged.

Context Explained

5Then said I, Woe is me! for I am undone; because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts.

6Then flew one of the seraphims unto me, having a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with the tongs from off the altar:

7And he laid it upon my mouth, and said, Lo, this hath touched thy lips; and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin purged.

8Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.

9And he said, Go, and tell this people, Hear ye indeed, but understand not; and see ye indeed, but perceive not.

Key Themes

forgivenessgraceredemption

Related Cross References

  • Ephesians 1:7

    Both verses highlight the theme of redemption and forgiveness through Christ.

  • Isaiah 43:25

    Both passages emphasize God's willingness to forgive and cleanse His people.

  • Romans 8:1

    Both verses affirm that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ.

Source: Isaiah 6:7