It struck the peoples in anger with unceasing blows; it subdued the nations in rage with relentless persecution. which struck the peoplesThis phrase refers to the oppressive actions of a powerful ruler or nation. The Hebrew root word for "struck" is "נכה" (nakah), which often implies a violent or forceful action. Historically, this can be seen as a reference to the Assyrian or Babylonian empires, known for their military conquests and harsh treatment of subjugated peoples. In a broader spiritual context, it symbolizes the oppressive forces of sin and evil that strike humanity, reminding us of the need for divine intervention and justice. in anger
The word "anger" here is derived from the Hebrew "אף" (aph), which can denote a fierce, burning wrath. This anger is not just human but can be seen as a reflection of divine judgment against sin and rebellion. In the historical context, it reflects the intense emotions and motivations behind the actions of tyrannical leaders. Spiritually, it serves as a warning of the consequences of turning away from God's righteous path. with unceasing blows
The phrase "unceasing blows" suggests relentless and continuous oppression. The Hebrew word "מכה" (makah) for "blows" indicates a repeated striking, emphasizing the severity and persistence of the affliction. Historically, this can be seen in the relentless campaigns of ancient empires. Spiritually, it represents the ongoing struggle against sin and the relentless nature of spiritual warfare, encouraging believers to seek refuge in God's enduring strength and protection. which subdued the nations
"Subdued" comes from the Hebrew "רדה" (radah), meaning to rule or dominate. This phrase highlights the power and control exerted by empires over other nations. Historically, it reflects the political and military dominance of empires like Babylon. In a spiritual sense, it can be seen as a metaphor for the dominion of sin over humanity, from which Christ offers liberation and freedom. in rage
The word "rage" is translated from the Hebrew "זעם" (za'am), indicating a furious, intense anger. This rage is often associated with divine judgment or the wrath of oppressive rulers. Historically, it underscores the destructive emotions driving tyrannical conquests. Spiritually, it serves as a reminder of the destructive power of unchecked anger and the importance of seeking God's peace and justice in our lives. with unrestrained persecution
"Unrestrained" is derived from the Hebrew "בלי" (beli), meaning without or lacking. "Persecution" comes from "רדף" (radaph), meaning to pursue or chase. This phrase paints a picture of relentless and unchecked oppression. Historically, it reflects the brutal tactics of ancient empires. Spiritually, it serves as a reminder of the trials faced by believers and the promise of God's ultimate justice and deliverance for those who remain faithful. Persons / Places / Events 1. BabylonThe primary subject of Isaiah 14, representing a powerful empire known for its oppression and cruelty. In this context, Babylon symbolizes any oppressive power or system that exalts itself against God. 2. The NationsRefers to the various peoples and kingdoms that were subjugated by Babylon. This highlights the widespread impact of Babylon's tyranny. 3. IsaiahThe prophet who delivered this message. His role was to convey God's judgment and future hope to the people of Israel. 4. God's JudgmentThe overarching theme of this passage, where God pronounces judgment on Babylon for its pride and cruelty. 5. The Fall of BabylonAn event prophesied by Isaiah, symbolizing the ultimate downfall of all earthly powers that oppose God. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty Over NationsGod is in control of all nations and empires. No power is beyond His reach or judgment. The Consequences of Pride and OppressionBabylon's downfall serves as a warning against pride and the oppression of others. God will hold accountable those who act unjustly. Hope for the OppressedFor those suffering under oppression, this passage offers hope that God sees their plight and will act in His time to bring justice. The Temporary Nature of Earthly PowersEarthly powers and empires are temporary. Only God's kingdom is eternal, and our allegiance should be to Him. The Call to RighteousnessBelievers are called to live righteously and justly, reflecting God's character in a world often marked by injustice. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the description of Babylon's actions in Isaiah 14:6 reflect the nature of oppressive systems today? 2. In what ways can we find comfort in God's sovereignty as described in Isaiah 14:6, especially when facing personal or societal injustices? 3. How does the fall of Babylon in Isaiah 14 encourage us to view current world events in light of God's ultimate plan? 4. What practical steps can we take to ensure we are not complicit in systems of oppression, as warned against in Isaiah 14:6? 5. How can the themes of judgment and hope in Isaiah 14:6 inspire us to live out our faith in a way that promotes justice and righteousness? Connections to Other Scriptures Revelation 18This chapter describes the fall of "Babylon the Great," drawing a parallel to the judgment pronounced in Isaiah 14. It serves as a reminder of God's ultimate victory over oppressive systems. Jeremiah 50-51These chapters also prophesy the fall of Babylon, reinforcing the message of divine justice against oppressive powers. Daniel 5The account of Belshazzar's feast and the fall of Babylon, illustrating the fulfillment of Isaiah's prophecy. People Ahaz, Isaiah, Jacob, Lucifer, SaraphPlaces Babylon, Lebanon, Philistia, ZionTopics Aggression, Anger, Blows, Continual, Fury, Hindereth, Incessant, Intermission, Nations, None, Passion, Peoples, Persecuted, Persecution, Pursuing, Relentless, Restrained, Restraint, Rod, Rule, Ruled, Ruling, Smiting, Smote, Strike, Stroke, Strokes, Struck, Subdued, Unceasing, Uncontrolled, Unending, Unrelenting, Unrestrained, Unsparingly, WrathDictionary of Bible Themes Isaiah 14:3-6 8739 evil, examples of Isaiah 14:3-23 4215 Babylon Isaiah 14:5-6 8791 oppression, nature of Library The victory of Life (Preached at the Chapel Royal. )
ISAIAH xxxviii. 18, 19. The grave cannot praise thee, death cannot celebrate thee: they that go down into the pit cannot hope for thy truth. The living, the living, he shall praise thee. I may seem to have taken a strange text on which to speak,--a mournful, a seemingly hopeless text. Why I have chosen it, I trust that you will see presently; certainly not that I may make you hopeless about death. Meanwhile, let us consider it; for it is in the Bible, and, like all words in the Bible, was written …
Charles Kingsley—The Water of Life and Other SermonsThe Life and Death of Mr. Badman,
Presented to the World in a Familiar Dialogue Between Mr. Wiseman and Mr. Attentive. By John Bunyan ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. The life of Badman is a very interesting description, a true and lively portraiture, of the demoralized classes of the trading community in the reign of King Charles II; a subject which naturally led the author to use expressions familiar among such persons, but which are now either obsolete or considered as vulgar. In fact it is the only work proceeding from the prolific …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 The First Trumpet.
The first trumpet of the seventh seal begins from the final disturbance and overthrow of the Roman idolarchy at the close of the sixth seal; and as it was to bring the first plague on the empire, now beginning to fall, it lays waste the third part of the earth, with a horrible storm of hail mingled with fire and blood; that is, it depopulates the territory and people of the Roman world, (viz. the basis and ground of its universal polity) with a terrible and bloody irruption of the northern nations, …
Joseph Mede—A Key to the Apocalypse The Evil of Sin visible in the Fall of Angels and Men.
1 When the great Builder arch'd the skies, And form'd all nature with a word, The joyful cherubs tun'd his praise, And every bending throne ador'd. 2 High in the midst of all the throng, Satan, a tall archangel, sat, Amongst the morning stars he sung [1] Till sin destroy'd his heavenly state. 3 ['Twas sin that hurl'd him from his throne, Grov'ling in fire the rebel lies: "How art thou sunk in darkness down, "Son of the morning, from the skies!" [2] 4 And thus our two first parents stood Till sin …
Isaac Watts—Hymns and Spiritual Songs Epistle xviii. To John, Bishop.
To John, Bishop. Gregory to John, Bishop of Constantinople [1586] . At the time when your Fraternity was advanced to Sacerdotal dignity, you remember what peace and concord of the churches you found. But, with what daring or with what swelling of pride I know not, you have attempted to seize upon a new name, whereby the hearts of all your brethren might have come to take offence. I wonder exceedingly at this, since I remember how thou wouldest fain have fled from the episcopal office rather than …
Saint Gregory the Great—the Epistles of Saint Gregory the Great Epistle xxi. To Constantina Augusta .
To Constantina Augusta [1593] . Gregory to Constantina, &c. Almighty God, who holds in His right hand the heart of your Piety, both protects us through you and prepares for you rewards of eternal remuneration for temporal deeds. For I have learnt from the letters of the deacon Sabinianus my responsalis with what justice your Serenity is interested in the cause of the blessed Prince of the apostles Peter against certain persons who are proudly humble and feignedly kind. And I trust in the bounty …
Saint Gregory the Great—the Epistles of Saint Gregory the Great That the Ruler Should Be, through Humility, a Companion of Good Livers, But, through the Zeal of Righteousness, Rigid against the vices of Evildoers.
The ruler should be, through humility, a companion of good livers, and, through the zeal of righteousness, rigid against the vices of evil-doers; so that in nothing he prefer himself to the good, and yet, when the fault of the bad requires it, he be at once conscious of the power of his priority; to the end that, while among his subordinates who live well he waives his rank and accounts them as his equals, he may not fear to execute the laws of rectitude towards the perverse. For, as I remember to …
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great The Doctrine of Satan.
I. HIS EXISTENCE AND PERSONALITY. 1. EXISTENCE. 2. PERSONALITY. II. HIS PLACE AND POWER. 1. A MIGHTY ANGEL. 2. PRINCE OF POWER OF THE AIR. 3. GOD OF THIS WORLD. 4. HEAD OF KINGDOM OF DARKNESS. 5. SOVEREIGN OVER DEATH. III. HIS CHARACTER. 1. ADVERSARY. 2. DIABOLOS. 3. WICKED ONE. 4. TEMPTER. IV. OUR ATTITUDE TOWARDS SATAN. 1. LIMITED POWER OF SATAN. 2. RESIST HIM. V. HIS DESTINY. 1. A CONQUERED ENEMY. 2. UNDER ETERNAL CURSE. VI. DEMONS. THE DOCTRINE OF SATAN. Throughout the Scriptures Satan is set …
Rev. William Evans—The Great Doctrines of the Bible The Disciple, -- Master, Some People Say that the Comfort and Joy that Believers Experience...
The Disciple,--Master, some people say that the comfort and joy that believers experience are simply the outcome of their own thoughts and ideas. Is this true? The Master,--1. That comfort and abiding peace which believers have within themselves is due to My presence in their hearts, and to the life-giving influence of the fullness of the Holy Spirit. As for those who say that this spiritual joy is the result only of the thoughts of the heart, they are like a foolish man who was blind from his birth, …
Sadhu Sundar Singh—At The Master's Feet The Power of God
The next attribute is God's power. Job 9:19. If I speak of strength, lo, he is strong.' In this chapter is a magnificent description of God's power. Lo, he is strong.' The Hebrew word for strong signifies a conquering, prevailing strength. He is strong.' The superlative degree is intended here; viz., He is most strong. He is called El-shaddai, God almighty. Gen 17:7. His almightiness lies in this, that he can do whatever is feasible. Divines distinguish between authority and power. God has both. …
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity Sargon of Assyria (722-705 B. C. )
SARGON AS A WARRIOR AND AS A BUILDER. The origin of Sargon II.: the revolt of Babylon, Merodach-baladan and Elam--The kingdom of Elam from the time of the first Babylonian empire; the conquest's of Shutruh-nalkunta I.; the princes of Malamir--The first encounter of Assyria and Elam, the battle of Durilu (721 B.C.)--Revolt of Syria, Iaubidi of Hamath and Hannon of Gaza--Bocchoris and the XXIVth Egyptian dynasty; the first encounter of Assyria with Egypt, the battle of Raphia (720 B.C.). Urartu …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 7 Use to be Made of the Doctrine of Providence.
Sections. 1. Summary of the doctrine of Divine Providence. 1. It embraces the future and the past. 2. It works by means, without means, and against means. 3. Mankind, and particularly the Church, the object of special care. 4. The mode of administration usually secret, but always just. This last point more fully considered. 2. The profane denial that the world is governed by the secret counsel of God, refuted by passages of Scripture. Salutary counsel. 3. This doctrine, as to the secret counsel of …
John Calvin—The Institutes of the Christian Religion The Holy War,
MADE BY SHADDAI UPON DIABOLUS, FOR THE REGAINING OF THE METROPOLIS OF THE WORLD; OR, THE LOSING AND TAKING AGAIN OF THE TOWN OF MANSOUL. THE AUTHOR OF 'THE PILGRIM'S PROGRESS.' 'I have used similitudes.'--Hosea 12:10. London: Printed for Dorman Newman, at the King's Arms in the Poultry; and Benjamin Alsop, at the Angel and Bible in the Poultry, 1682. ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. Bunyan's account of the Holy War is indeed an extraordinary book, manifesting a degree of genius, research, and spiritual …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Covenanting According to the Purposes of God.
Since every revealed purpose of God, implying that obedience to his law will be given, is a demand of that obedience, the announcement of his Covenant, as in his sovereignty decreed, claims, not less effectively than an explicit law, the fulfilment of its duties. A representation of a system of things pre-determined in order that the obligations of the Covenant might be discharged; various exhibitions of the Covenant as ordained; and a description of the children of the Covenant as predestinated …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting Opposition to Messiah in Vain
He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh; the Lord shall have them in derision. T he extent and efficacy [effects] of the depravity of mankind cannot be fully estimated by the conduct of heathens destitute of divine revelation. We may say of the Gospel, in one sense, what the Apostle says of the Law, It entered that sin might abound (Romans 5:20) . It afforded occasion for displaying the alienation of the heart of man from the blessed God, in the strongest light. The sensuality, oppression and …
John Newton—Messiah Vol. 2 Isaiah
CHAPTERS I-XXXIX Isaiah is the most regal of the prophets. His words and thoughts are those of a man whose eyes had seen the King, vi. 5. The times in which he lived were big with political problems, which he met as a statesman who saw the large meaning of events, and as a prophet who read a divine purpose in history. Unlike his younger contemporary Micah, he was, in all probability, an aristocrat; and during his long ministry (740-701 B.C., possibly, but not probably later) he bore testimony, as …
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