Isaiah 14:20 Meaning and Explanation
“Thou shalt not be joined with them in burial, because thou hast destroyed thy land, and slain thy people: the seed of evildoers shall never be renowned.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The king will have no burial place with his dynasty because he destroyed his own land and people.
The Context of Isaiah 14:20
The king's lack of burial is judgment for destroying his own people.
What Does Isaiah 14:20 Mean?
The reason is explicit: he destroyed his land and slain his own people. His crimes were not against foreign enemies alone but against his own kingdom. This violated the basic covenant between ruler and ruled.
His seed—his descendants—will also suffer this disgrace. Their name will be erased; evil-doing families lose renown and memory. The punishment extends across generations.
Isaiah 14:20 in the Original Language
zera (זֶרַע), 'seed' — offspring or descendants; the judgment extends to his family line.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 14:20
What does Isaiah 14:20 mean?
The king will have no burial place with his dynasty because he destroyed his own land and people.
What is the context of Isaiah 14:20?
The king's lack of burial is judgment for destroying his own people.