Isaiah 22:17

“Behold, the LORD will carry thee away with a mighty captivity, and will surely cover thee.”

"Behold, the LORD will carry thee away with a mighty captivity, and will surely cover thee." - Isaiah 22:17
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What does Isaiah 22:17 mean?

Isaiah 22:17 in the King James Version of the Bible reads: "Behold, the Lord will carry thee away with a mighty captivity, and will surely cover thee." This verse is part of a larger passage in the book of Isaiah that describes the judgment and punishment that will befall the…

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The Weight of Captivity and the Grace of Covering

Isaiah 22:17 (KJV) states, "Behold, the LORD will carry thee away with a mighty captivity, and will surely cover thee." This verse presents a seemingly stark and somber message. At first glance, it speaks of a judgment that is coming—a captivity that will be overwhelming and…

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A Prayer of Surrender and Strength in Captivity

O Lord God of hosts, In the stillness of this moment, I come before You, overwhelmed by the depth of Your word and the truth it reveals within my spirit. I stand reverently considering the profound message in Isaiah 22:17, "Behold, the LORD will carry thee away with a mighty…

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