Isaiah 14:7 Meaning and Explanation
“The whole earth is at rest, and is quiet: they break forth into singing.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All the earth rejoices in peace and freedom from tyranny.
The Context of Isaiah 14:7
Universal joy at the end of Babylon's tyranny.
What Does Isaiah 14:7 Mean?
The scope widens beyond Israel to 'the whole earth.' Babylon's oppression was not merely local; its reach extended across conquered territories. The earth's rest is collective relief from that dominion.
Singing breaks out as a natural, joyful response. Where silence and fear once ruled, voices now rise in celebration. This captures the emotional liberation that follows the end of oppression.
Isaiah 14:7 in the Original Language
ranan (רָנַן), 'singing' — a cry of joy and triumph, not quiet contentment but exultant celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 14:7
What does Isaiah 14:7 mean?
All the earth rejoices in peace and freedom from tyranny.
What is the context of Isaiah 14:7?
Universal joy at the end of Babylon's tyranny.