Isaiah 14:6

He who smote the people in wrath with a continual stroke, he that ruled the nations in anger, is persecuted, and none hindereth.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Isaiah 14:6

BSB
It struck the peoples in anger with unceasing blows; it subdued the nations in rage with relentless persecution.
AKJV
He who smote the people in wrath with a continual stroke, he that ruled the nations in anger, is persecuted, and none hinders.
CPDV
which struck the people in wrath with an incurable wound, which subjugated the nations in fury, which persecuted with cruelty.
ERV
that smote the peoples in wrath with a continual stroke, that ruled the nations in anger, with a persecution that none restrained.
NHEB
who struck the peoples in wrath with a continual stroke, who ruled the nations in anger, with a persecution that none restrained.
SMT
Striking the peoples in wrath a blow not removed, bringing down the nations in anger; pursuing, not sparing.

Commentary for Isaiah 14:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Isaiah 14:6
Summary
Former violent ruler faces unopposed persecution
Event
Oppressor faces unchallenged persecution
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Promise