Isaiah 2:7
New International Version
Their land is full of silver and gold; there is no end to their treasures. Their land is full of horses; there is no end to their chariots.

New Living Translation
Israel is full of silver and gold; there is no end to its treasures. Their land is full of warhorses; there is no end to its chariots.

English Standard Version
Their land is filled with silver and gold, and there is no end to their treasures; their land is filled with horses, and there is no end to their chariots.

Berean Standard Bible
Their land is full of silver and gold, with no limit to their treasures; their land is full of horses, with no limit to their chariots.

King James Bible
Their land also is full of silver and gold, neither is there any end of their treasures; their land is also full of horses, neither is there any end of their chariots:

New King James Version
Their land is also full of silver and gold, And there is no end to their treasures; Their land is also full of horses, And there is no end to their chariots.

New American Standard Bible
Their land has also been filled with silver and gold And there is no end to their treasures; Their land has also been filled with horses, And there is no end to their chariots.

NASB 1995
Their land has also been filled with silver and gold And there is no end to their treasures; Their land has also been filled with horses And there is no end to their chariots.

NASB 1977
Their land has also been filled with silver and gold, And there is no end to their treasures; Their land has also been filled with horses, And there is no end to their chariots.

Legacy Standard Bible
Their land has also been filled with silver and gold, And there is no end to their treasures; Their land has also been filled with horses, And there is no end to their chariots.

Amplified Bible
Their land has also been filled with silver and gold And there is no end to their treasures; Their land has also been filled with horses And there is no end to their chariots.

Christian Standard Bible
Their land is full of silver and gold, and there is no limit to their treasures; their land is full of horses, and there is no limit to their chariots.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Their land is full of silver and gold, and there is no limit to their treasures; their land is full of horses, and there is no limit to their chariots.

American Standard Version
And their land is full of silver and gold, neither is there any end of their treasures; their land also is full of horses, neither is there any end of their chariots.

Contemporary English Version
They have endless treasures of silver and gold; they have countless horses and war chariots.

English Revised Version
Their land also is full of silver and gold, neither is there any end of their treasures; their land also is full of horses, neither is there any end of their chariots.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Their land is filled with silver and gold, and there is no end to their treasures. Their land is filled with horses, and there is no end to their chariots.

Good News Translation
Their land is full of silver and gold, and there is no end to their treasures. Their land is full of horses, and there is no end to their chariots.

International Standard Version
Their land is filled with silver and gold, and there is no end to their treasures; their land is filled with horses, and there is no end to their chariots.

Majority Standard Bible
Their land is full of silver and gold, with no limit to their treasures; their land is full of horses, with no limit to their chariots.

NET Bible
Their land is full of gold and silver; there is no end to their wealth. Their land is full of horses; there is no end to their chariots.

New Heart English Bible
Their land is full of silver and gold, neither is there any end of their treasures. Their land also is full of horses, neither is there any end of their chariots.

Webster's Bible Translation
Their land also is full of silver and gold, neither is there any end of their treasures; their land is also full of horses, neither is there any end of their chariots:

World English Bible
Their land is full of silver and gold, neither is there any end of their treasures. Their land also is full of horses, neither is there any end of their chariots.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And its land is full of silver and gold, "" And there is no end to its treasures, "" And its land is full of horses, "" And there is no end to its chariots,

Young's Literal Translation
And its land is full of silver and gold, And there is no end to its treasures, And its land is full of horses, And there is no end to its chariots,

Smith's Literal Translation
And their land shall be full of silver and gold, and no end to their treasures; and their land shall be full of horses, and no end to their chariots.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Their land is filled with silver and gold: and there is no end of their treasures.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Their land has been filled with silver and gold. And there is no end to their storehouses.

New American Bible
Their land is full of silver and gold, there is no end to their treasures; Their land is full of horses, there is no end to their chariots.

New Revised Standard Version
Their land is filled with silver and gold, and there is no end to their treasures; their land is filled with horses, and there is no end to their chariots.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Their land also is filled with silver and gold, and there is no end to their treasures; their land also is filled with horses, and there is no end to their chariots;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And their land was filled with silver and gold and there is no end to their treasures, and their land was filled with horses and there is no limit to their chariots
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Their land also is full of silver and gold, Neither is there any end of their treasures; Their land also is full of horses, Neither is there any end of their chariots.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
For their land is filled with silver and gold, and there was no number of their treasures; their land also is filled with horses, and there was no number of chariots.

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Context
The Day of Reckoning
6For You have abandoned Your people, the house of Jacob, because they are filled with influences from the east; they are soothsayers like the Philistines; they strike hands with the children of foreigners. 7Their land is full of silver and gold, with no limit to their treasures; their land is full of horses, with no limit to their chariots. 8Their land is full of idols; they bow down to the work of their hands, to what their fingers have made.…

Cross References
James 5:1-3
Come now, you who are rich, weep and wail over the misery to come upon you. / Your riches have rotted and moths have eaten your clothes. / Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and consume your flesh like fire. You have hoarded treasure in the last days.

Matthew 6:19-21
Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Ezekiel 7:19
They will throw their silver into the streets, and their gold will seem unclean. Their silver and gold cannot save them in the day of the wrath of the LORD. They cannot satisfy their appetites or fill their stomachs with wealth, for it became the stumbling block that brought their iniquity.

Zephaniah 1:18
Neither their silver nor their gold will be able to deliver them on the Day of the LORD’s wrath. The whole earth will be consumed by the fire of His jealousy.” For indeed, He will make a sudden end of all who dwell on the earth.

Proverbs 11:28
He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage.

1 Timothy 6:9-10
Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. / For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows.

Revelation 18:11-17
And the merchants of the earth will weep and mourn over her, because there is no one left to buy their cargo— / cargo of gold, silver, precious stones, and pearls; of fine linen, purple, silk, and scarlet; of all kinds of citron wood and every article of ivory, precious wood, bronze, iron, and marble; / of cinnamon, spice, incense, myrrh, and frankincense; of wine, olive oil, fine flour, and wheat; of cattle, sheep, horses, and carriages; of bodies and souls of slaves. ...

Hosea 2:8
For she does not acknowledge that it was I who gave her grain, new wine, and oil, who lavished on her silver and gold—which they crafted for Baal.

Jeremiah 9:23
This is what the LORD says: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealthy man in his riches.

Luke 12:15-21
And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” / Then He told them a parable: “The ground of a certain rich man produced an abundance. / So he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, since I have nowhere to store my crops?’ ...

1 Kings 10:14-23
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, / not including the revenue from the merchants, traders, and all the Arabian kings and governors of the land. / King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of gold went into each shield. ...

Psalm 49:6-7
They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches. / No man can possibly redeem his brother or pay his ransom to God.

Zechariah 14:14
Judah will also fight at Jerusalem, and the wealth of all the surrounding nations will be collected—gold, silver, and apparel in great abundance.

Job 31:24-28
If I have put my trust in gold or called pure gold my security, / if I have rejoiced in my great wealth because my hand had gained so much, / if I have beheld the sun in its radiance or the moon moving in splendor, ...

Micah 6:12
For the wealthy of the city are full of violence, and its residents speak lies; their tongues are deceitful in their mouths.


Treasury of Scripture

Their land also is full of silver and gold, neither is there any end of their treasures; their land is also full of horses, neither is there any end of their chariots:

land

Deuteronomy 17:16,17
But he shall not multiply horses to himself, nor cause the people to return to Egypt, to the end that he should multiply horses: forasmuch as the LORD hath said unto you, Ye shall henceforth return no more that way…

1 Kings 10:21-27
And all king Solomon's drinking vessels were of gold, and all the vessels of the house of the forest of Lebanon were of pure gold; none were of silver: it was nothing accounted of in the days of Solomon…

2 Chronicles 9:20-25
And all the drinking vessels of king Solomon were of gold, and all the vessels of the house of the forest of Lebanon were of pure gold: none were of silver; it was not any thing accounted of in the days of Solomon…

their land is

Isaiah 30:16
But ye said, No; for we will flee upon horses; therefore shall ye flee: and, We will ride upon the swift; therefore shall they that pursue you be swift.

Isaiah 31:1
Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because they are many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!

Deuteronomy 17:16
But he shall not multiply horses to himself, nor cause the people to return to Egypt, to the end that he should multiply horses: forasmuch as the LORD hath said unto you, Ye shall henceforth return no more that way.

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Their land is full of silver and gold
This phrase highlights the material wealth and prosperity of the land, likely referring to Judah during the reign of King Uzziah or King Jotham. The accumulation of silver and gold signifies economic success but also suggests a potential reliance on wealth rather than on God. In biblical context, wealth is often seen as a blessing from God (Deuteronomy 8:18), but it can also lead to pride and idolatry (1 Timothy 6:10). The abundance of silver and gold may also reflect the influence of neighboring nations and their trade practices, which could lead to the adoption of foreign customs and gods.

with no limit to their treasures
The phrase indicates an abundance that seems boundless, suggesting a society that places great value on material possessions. This can be seen as a warning against the dangers of materialism and the false sense of security it provides. In the historical context, treasures were often stored in temples or palaces, symbolizing both wealth and power. The limitless treasures could also imply a neglect of spiritual wealth, as Jesus later teaches about storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth (Matthew 6:19-21).

their land is full of horses
Horses in ancient times were symbols of military strength and power. The presence of many horses suggests a focus on military might and self-reliance for protection and security. This reliance on horses and chariots is contrary to the biblical teaching that true security comes from trusting in God (Psalm 20:7). The accumulation of horses was also explicitly warned against for kings in Deuteronomy 17:16, indicating a potential disobedience to God's commands.

with no limit to their chariots
Chariots were advanced military technology in the ancient Near East, representing a formidable force in battle. The phrase suggests an overemphasis on military preparedness and a potential arms race with surrounding nations. This reliance on chariots can be seen as a lack of faith in God's protection, as seen in the story of the Exodus where God triumphs over the chariots of Egypt (Exodus 14:23-28). The abundance of chariots may also reflect a societal shift towards valuing power and dominance over justice and righteousness, which are central themes in the prophetic messages of Isaiah.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is the author of the book that bears his name. He prophesied during the reigns of several kings of Judah and is known for his messages of both judgment and hope.

2. Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, where Isaiah primarily directed his prophecies. During Isaiah's time, Judah experienced periods of both prosperity and spiritual decline.

3. Jerusalem
The capital city of Judah, often symbolizing the spiritual state of the nation. Isaiah's prophecies frequently address the people of Jerusalem directly.

4. Silver and Gold
Symbols of wealth and material prosperity. In Isaiah's context, they represent the nation's focus on materialism rather than spiritual devotion.

5. Horses and Chariots
Symbols of military power and human strength. In the ancient Near East, these were often relied upon for security and defense, rather than trusting in God.
Teaching Points
Materialism vs. Spirituality
Isaiah 2:7 highlights the danger of prioritizing material wealth over spiritual devotion. Believers are called to examine their own lives for areas where materialism may overshadow their relationship with God.

Trust in God vs. Human Strength
The accumulation of horses and chariots symbolizes reliance on human strength and military power. Christians are encouraged to place their trust in God rather than in worldly means of security.

The Illusion of Endless Resources
The phrase "there is no end" suggests a false sense of security in material abundance. Believers should recognize the limitations of earthly resources and the importance of depending on God's provision.

The Call to Repentance
Isaiah's message serves as a call to repentance for those who have strayed from God. Christians are reminded of the need for continual self-examination and turning back to God.(7) Their land also is full of silver and gold.--The long and prosperous reign of Uzziah, especially his trade with Ophir, had reproduced the wealth of the days of Solomon. Tribute came from the Arabians and Ammonites (2Chronicles 26:8). The words point to an earlier date than that at which Ahaz was left" naked and distressed" (2Chronicles 28:19). Even under Hezekiah, Sennacherib records in the inscription on the Taylor cylinder that the tribute paid by that king amounted to 30 talents of gold, and 800 talents of silver, besides wrought metal; and a like profusion of wealth, prior to Sennacherib's invasion, is shown in the account of Hezekiah's display of his treasures, in Isaiah 39:2 (Cheyne, in loc.; Records of the Past, i. 38).

Their land is also full of . . . chariots.--Here also the reign of Uzziah was like that of Solomon (1Kings 10:26-28). Chariots were used probably both for state pageants (Song of Solomon 1:9; Song of Solomon 3:9-10) and as part of the materiel of war (2Chronicles 1:14; 2Chronicles 9:25). Isaiah here also agrees with Micah (Micah 1:13) in looking on this as "the beginning of sin" (see Deuteronomy 17:16; 1Samuel 8:11). For him, as for Zechariah (Zechariah 9:9), the true King was to come, not with chariots and horses, but riding, as the judges of Israel had ridden (Judges 5:10; Judges 10:4; Judges 12:14), on "a colt, the foal of an ass." . . .

Verse 7. - Full of silver and gold. The results of the commercial activity - not evil things in themselves, but probably acquired by sharp dealing, and leading to undue softness and luxury. The Law had given a warning against "greatly multiplying silver and gold" (Deuteronomy 17:17). For the fact of the vast abundance of the precious metals in Judaea at this time, see 2 Kings 14:16; 2 Kings 20:13; 2 Chronicles 32:27; and compare Sennacherib's inscription on the Taylor Cylinder ('Ancient Monarchies,' vol. it. p. 163, 2nd edit.). Full of horses... chariots (comp. Micah 5:10). There is no reason to believe that the Jews or Israelites ever possessed (unless it were under Solomon) any considerable cavalry or chariot force. But from the time of David horses and chariots were imported for convenience and for show by the kings, the princes, and the nobles (see 2 Samuel 15:1; 1 Kings 4:26; 1 Kings 10:28, 29; 1 Kings 22:31; Ecclesiastes 10:7). Like the silver and the gold, they were signs of luxury and ostentation.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Their land
אַרְצוֹ֙ (’ar·ṣōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

is full of
וַתִּמָּלֵ֤א (wat·tim·mā·lê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of

silver
כֶּ֣סֶף (ke·sep̄)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3701: Silver, money

and gold,
וְזָהָ֔ב (wə·zā·hāḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

with no
וְאֵ֥ין (wə·’ên)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb
Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle

limit
קֵ֖צֶה (qê·ṣeh)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7097: End, extremity

to their treasures;
לְאֹצְרֹתָ֑יו (lə·’ō·ṣə·rō·ṯāw)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 214: Treasure, store, a treasury, storehouse

their land
אַרְצוֹ֙ (’ar·ṣōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

is full of
וַתִּמָּלֵ֤א (wat·tim·mā·lê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of

horses,
סוּסִ֔ים (sū·sîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5483: A swallow, swift (type of bird)

with no
וְאֵ֥ין (wə·’ên)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb
Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle

limit
קֵ֖צֶה (qê·ṣeh)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7097: End, extremity

to their chariots.
לְמַרְכְּבֹתָֽיו׃ (lə·mar·kə·ḇō·ṯāw)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4818: A chariot


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