Isaiah 14:30
And the firstborn of the poor shall feed, and the needy shall lie down in safety: and I will kill thy root with famine, and he shall slay thy remnant.
Context
This verse from Isaiah Chapter 14 connects to 10 cross-references. A taunt song against the king of Babylon celebrates his downfall: 'How you have fallen from heaven, O Day Star, son of Dawn!' He had said he would ascend to the stars above God but is now cast down to …
Other Translations
And the first-born of the poor shall feed, and the needy shall lie down in safety; and I will kill thy root with famine, and thy remnant shall be slain.
And delighted have the first-born of the poor, And the needy in confidence lie down, And I have put to death with famine thy root, And thy remnant it slayeth.
And the poorest of the land will have food, and those in need will be given a safe resting-place: but your seed will come to an end for need of food, and the rest of you will be put to the sword.
Cross References
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