Interpretation Helps for Isaiah 10-11

• In Isaiah 10:17 "thorns and briers" refers to the Assyrian army. In 15-19 God is basically predicting that although the king of Assyria is boasting in his own strength, God will destroy his army with disease and fire.
• In Isaiah 11:6-9 it is a reference to the effect of Jesus' gracious rule over believers on earth. The Holy Spirit will rule in our hearts to bring about peace not normally demonstrated in this sin-filled world.
• Isaiah 11:12-16 again is talking about the New Testament era. Old hostilities will be gone as people come together seeking Christ. The swooping down and plundering (verse 14) is a reference to the success of the gospel in overtaking people's lives. The closing verses refer to another exodus like the Israelites leaving Egypt--this time it's God calling his people to himself.