Translations
Modern
For they flee from the sword—the sword that is drawn—from the bow that is bent, and from the stress of battle.
Traditional
For they fled from the swords, from the drawn sword, and from the bent bow, and from the grievousness of war.
Literal
For they do flee from the face of swords, from the sword drawn, and from the bow bent, and from the weight of war.
Latin
A facie enim gladiorum fugerunt, a facie gladii imminentis, a facie arcus extenti, a facie gravis prælii.
Original
Hebrew
English
For they flee from the sword—the sword that is drawn—from the bow that is bent, and from the stress of battle.
Notes
Assyrian weapons of war, such as the drawn sword and the bent bow, were highly advanced compared to the simple weapons used by desert peoples.
Compare Jeremiah 49:28–33.
These two prophecies are about Edom and Arabia, located between Babylon and Israel. These regions suffered under Assyrian control. Like Judah, they would not find peace under Babylon's harsh rule.
Theme notes and profiles
Events
- Prophecies of Isaiahc. 759 BC
Glossary
Topics
Arabians: Prophecies Concerning Isaiah: Prophecies, Reproofs, and Exhortations of Arabia The Ishmaelites: Predictions Respecting: Their Glory to be Diminished