Isaiah 13:21 Meaning and Explanation
“But wild beasts of the desert shall lie there; and their houses shall be full of doleful creatures; and owls shall dwell there, and satyrs shall dance there.”
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Read Full Chapter →Wild animals and desolate creatures will inhabit the ruins of Babylon.
The Context of Isaiah 13:21
Wild nature reclaims Babylon's empty structures.
What Does Isaiah 13:21 Mean?
Instead of humans, wild beasts of the desert will occupy the ruins. 'Doleful creatures' (howling animals) and owls fill the empty houses. The city, once alive with human activity and voices, becomes a place of eerie animal sounds.
'Satyrs shall dance there' uses mythological language (or possibly refers to wild goats) to convey the transformation of Babylon from a center of civilization to a wild, abandoned place. Nature reclaims what human ambition had built.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 13:21
What does Isaiah 13:21 mean?
Wild animals and desolate creatures will inhabit the ruins of Babylon.
What is the context of Isaiah 13:21?
Wild nature reclaims Babylon's empty structures.