Isaiah 46:2

They stoop, they bow down together; they could not deliver the burden, but themselves are gone into captivity.

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Other Translations for Isaiah 46:2

BSB
The gods cower; they crouch together, unable to relieve the burden; but they themselves go into captivity.
AKJV
They stoop, they bow down together; they could not deliver the burden, but themselves are gone into captivity.
CPDV
They have been melted down, or have been smashed together. They were not able to save the one who carried them, and their life will go into captivity.
ERV
They stoop, they bow down together; they could not deliver the burden, but themselves are gone into captivity.
NHEB
They stoop, they bow down together; they could not deliver the burden, but they have gone into captivity.
SMT
They bowed down, they bent together; they were not able to deliver the burden and their soul went into captivity.

Commentary for Isaiah 46:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Isaiah 46:2
Summary
Idols and worshippers together fall into captivity
Place
Babylon
Event
Idols and their carriers enter captivity
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Judgment