Lux Domini
For it shall be, that, as a wandering bird cast out of the nest, so the daughters of Moab shall be at the fords of Arnon.

What does Isaiah 16:2 mean?

God tells sinners what they may do to prevent ruin; so he does to Moab. Let them send the tribute they formerly engaged to pay to Judah.

Key themes

Justice and mercyHolinessJudgmentRemnant

Read with

Keep this verse inside Isaiah 16:1-5 and alongside a few nearby related passages.

Glossary

Arnon Place

Biblical river. Modern identification: Wadi Mujib.

Moab Place

Biblical region. Modern identification: Kerak.