King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
I have commanded my sanctified ones, I have also called my mighty ones for mine anger, [even] them that rejoice in my highness.
Complete Jewish Bible:
"I have ordered my holy ones, summoned my heroes, eager and bold, to execute my anger."
Berean Standard Bible:
I have commanded My sanctified ones; I have even summoned My warriors to execute My wrath and exult in My triumph.
American Standard Version:
I have commanded my consecrated ones, yea, I have called my mighty men for mine anger, even my proudly exulting ones.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
I have commanded{H6680} my sanctified ones{H6942}, I have also called{H7121} my mighty ones{H1368} for mine anger{H639}, even them that rejoice{H5947} in my highness{H1346}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Joel 3:11
- Assemble yourselves, and come, all ye heathen, and gather yourselves together round about: thither cause thy mighty ones to come down, O LORD.
Jeremiah 51:20
- Thou [art] my battle axe [and] weapons of war: for with thee will I break in pieces the nations, and with thee will I destroy kingdoms;
Jeremiah 51:24
- And I will render unto Babylon and to all the inhabitants of Chaldea all their evil that they have done in Zion in your sight, saith the LORD.
Revelation 17:12
- And the ten horns which thou sawest are ten kings, which have received no kingdom as yet; but receive power as kings one hour with the beast.
Revelation 17:18
- And the woman which thou sawest is that great city, which reigneth over the kings of the earth.
Ezra 1:1
- ¶ Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of the LORD by the mouth of Jeremiah might be fulfilled, the LORD stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, that he made a proclamation throughout all his kingdom, and [put it] also in writing, saying,
Ezra 1:11
- All the vessels of gold and of silver [were] five thousand and four hundred. All [these] did Sheshbazzar bring up with [them of] the captivity that were brought up from Babylon unto Jerusalem.
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Commentary for Isaiah 13:3
Isaiah 13:3 is part of the prophetic oracle against Babylon found in Isaiah chapters 13-14. This verse specifically speaks to the theme of divine retribution and the use of foreign nations as instruments of God's judgment. In the historical context, Babylon was a dominant power that would later destroy Jerusalem and the Temple, leading to the Babylonian exile of the Jews. However, at the time of Isaiah's prophecy, Babylon had not yet risen to its full power.
The verse itself uses potent imagery, with God commanding His "sanctified ones" and "mighty ones." These terms likely refer to angelic beings or perhaps nations that God has set apart for a specific purpose—in this case, to execute His wrath. The phrase "even them that rejoice in my highness" suggests that these beings or nations take pleasure in being associated with God's sovereignty and power. The theme of God's anger being carried out by celestial or earthly agents is a recurring motif in the Old Testament, emphasizing God's sovereignty over all powers and His use of them to accomplish His purposes in history.
In summary, Isaiah 13:3 reflects the broader theme of God's judgment on nations, particularly Babylon, which would later become the oppressor of Judah. It highlights the divine instrumentality whereby God summons His heavenly host or chosen nations to participate in the execution of His wrath, showcasing His ultimate authority over the kingdoms of the world and His use of them to enact justice according to His divine will.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H6680
There are 475 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צָוָה
Transliteration: tsâvâh
Pronunciation: tsaw-vaw'
Description: a primitive root; (intensively) to constitute, enjoin; appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order. - Strong's Number: H6942
There are 153 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָדַשׁ
Transliteration: qâdash
Pronunciation: kaw-dash'
Description: a primitive root; to be (causatively, make, pronounce or observe as) clean (ceremonially or morally); appoint, bid, consecrate, dedicate, defile, hallow, (be, keep) holy(-er, place), keep, prepare, proclaim, purify, sanctify(-ied one, self), [idiom] wholly. - Strong's Number: H7121
There are 689 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָרָא
Transliteration: qârâʼ
Pronunciation: kaw-raw'
Description: a primitive root (rather identical with קָרָא through the idea of accosting a person met); to call out to (i.e. properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications); bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. - Strong's Number: H1368
There are 152 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גִּבּוֹר
Transliteration: gibbôwr
Pronunciation: ghib-bore'
Description: or גִּבֹּר; (shortened) intensive from the same as גֶּבֶר; powerful; by implication, warrior, tyrant; champion, chief, [idiom] excel, giant, man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), valiant man. - Strong's Number: H639
There are 306 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַף
Transliteration: ʼaph
Pronunciation: af
Description: from אָנַף; properly, the nose or nostril; hence, the face, and occasionally a person; also (from the rapid breathing in passion) ire; anger(-gry), [phrase] before, countenance, face, [phrase] forebearing, forehead, [phrase] (long-) suffering, nose, nostril, snout, [idiom] worthy, wrath. - Strong's Number: H5947
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עַלִּיז
Transliteration: ʻallîyz
Pronunciation: al-leez'
Description: from עָלַז; exultant; joyous, (that) rejoice(-ing) - Strong's Number: H1346
There are 19 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גַּאֲוָה
Transliteration: gaʼăvâh
Pronunciation: gah-av-aw'
Description: xlit gaʻăvâh corrected to gaʼăvâh; from גָּאָה; arrogance or majesty; by implication, (concretely) ornament; excellency, haughtiness, highness, pride, proudly, swelling.