Isaiah 14:22 Meaning and Explanation
“For I will rise up against them, saith the LORD of hosts, and cut off from Babylon the name, and remnant, and son, and nephew, saith the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God himself will act against Babylon, erasing the name and descendants of its ruling house.
The Context of Isaiah 14:22
God's personal judgment against Babylon's ruling family.
What Does Isaiah 14:22 Mean?
The LORD of hosts—God commanding armies—speaks. He will cut off Babylon's name, its remnant, sons, and nephews. This is not gradual decline but complete eradication of the ruling dynasty. The name itself will be removed from memory.
The repetition of 'saith the LORD' emphasizes the certainty and authority of this judgment. God has decreed it and will execute it.
Isaiah 14:22 in the Original Language
tzava'ot (צְבָאוֹת), 'hosts' — armies or the heavenly forces under God's command; emphasizes divine power and sovereignty.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 14:22
What does Isaiah 14:22 mean?
God himself will act against Babylon, erasing the name and descendants of its ruling house.
What is the context of Isaiah 14:22?
God's personal judgment against Babylon's ruling family.