Isaiah 40:23

That bringeth the princes to nothing; he maketh the judges of the earth as vanity.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Isaiah 40:23

BSB
He brings the princes to nothing and makes the rulers of the earth meaningless.
AKJV
That brings the princes to nothing; he makes the judges of the earth as vanity.
CPDV
He has brought those who examine what is secret to nothingness. He has brought the judges of the earth to emptiness.
ERV
that bringeth princes to nothing; he maketh the judges of the earth as vanity.
NHEB
who brings princes to nothing; who makes the judges of the earth meaningless.
SMT
He gave princes to nothing; he made the judges of the earth as vanity.

Commentary for Isaiah 40:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Isaiah 40:23
Summary
God reduces earthly leaders to nothingness
Event
Princes and judges nullified
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Judgment