Translations
Modern
It struck the peoples in anger with unceasing blows; it subdued the nations in rage with relentless persecution.
Traditional
He who smote the people in wrath with a continual stroke, he that ruled the nations in anger, is persecuted, and none hindereth.
Literal
…the one striking the peoples in wrath, a striking with no turning aside, one ruling the nations in anger, pursuing without restraint.
Latin
…cædentem populos in indignatione plaga insanabili, subjicientem in furore gentes, persequentem crudeliter.
Original
Hebrew
English
It struck the peoples in anger with unceasing blows; it subdued the nations in rage with relentless persecution.
Notes
This taunting song about the king of Babylon is written like a funeral song. It speaks as if the king has already died.
The song mocks him and announces his downfall (compare Revelation 18).
Theme notes and profiles
Events
- Prophecies of Isaiahc. 759 BC
Glossary
Topics
Babylon: City of Prophecies Concerning Babylon: Predictions Respecting: Destruction of Gentiles: Called: Uncircumcised Isaiah: Prophecies, Reproofs, and Exhortations of The Burden of Babylon Nation: Promises of Peace To Rulers: Wicked