Isaiah 45:14

Thus saith the LORD, The labour of Egypt, and merchandise of Ethiopia and of the Sabeans, men of stature, shall come over unto thee, and they shall be thine: they shall come after thee; in chains they shall come over, and they shall fall down unto thee, they shall make supplication unto thee, [saying], Surely God [is] in thee; and [there is] none else, [there is] no God.

Thus saith {H559} the LORD {H3068}, The labour {H3018} of Egypt {H4714}, and merchandise {H5505} of Ethiopia {H3568} and of the Sabeans {H5436}, men {H582} of stature {H4060}, shall come over {H5674} unto thee, and they shall be thine: they shall come {H3212} after {H310} thee; in chains {H2131} they shall come over {H5674}, and they shall fall down {H7812} unto thee, they shall make supplication {H6419} unto thee, saying, Surely God {H410} is in thee; and there is none else, there is no {H657} God {H430}.

Here is what ADONAI says: "The earnings of Egypt, the commerce of Ethiopia, and men of stature from S'va will come over to you and become yours; they will come in chains and follow you. They will prostrate themselves before you; they will pray to you: 'Surely God is with you; there is no other, other gods are nothing.'"

This is what the LORD says: “The products of Egypt and the merchandise of Cush, along with the Sabeans, men of stature, will come over to you and will be yours; they will trudge behind you; they will come over in chains and bow down to you. They will confess to you: ‘God is indeed with you, and there is no other; there is no other God.’”

Thus saith Jehovah, The labor of Egypt, and the merchandise of Ethiopia, and the Sabeans, men of stature, shall come over unto thee, and they shall be thine: they shall go after thee, in chains they shall come over; and they shall fall down unto thee, they shall make supplication unto thee, saying, Surely God is in thee; and there is none else, there is no God.

Isaiah 45:14 is a powerful prophetic declaration emphasizing the universal sovereignty of the LORD and the ultimate recognition of His unique identity as the one true God by all nations.

Context

This verse falls within a section of Isaiah (chapters 40-48) where God passionately asserts His identity as the only true God, contrasting Himself with the impotent idols of the nations. He declares His plan to deliver Israel from Babylonian captivity through Cyrus, a pagan king, demonstrating His control over all earthly powers. Isaiah 45 focuses specifically on God's omnipotence and His exclusive claim to deity, preparing the way for the ultimate spiritual triumph of His truth, even among those who initially do not know Him (as seen in Isaiah 45:5).

Key Themes

  • Universal Submission to God: The prophecy describes the wealth and people of powerful nations—Egypt, Ethiopia (Cush), and the Sabeans (Sheba)—coming to Israel. This signifies their ultimate submission, not just to Israel, but to the God of Israel. It portrays a future where even the most formidable and distant peoples acknowledge divine authority.
  • The Uniqueness of God: The climactic declaration, "Surely God is in thee; and there is none else, there is no God," is central to Isaiah's message. It is a resounding affirmation of absolute monotheism, challenging the polytheistic beliefs of the ancient world. This theme is echoed throughout Isaiah, such as in Isaiah 44:6, where God proclaims Himself as the "first and the last; and beside me there is no God."
  • Divine Magnetism: The imagery of nations coming "in chains" and making "supplication" can be interpreted as a spiritual compulsion. It's not merely forced subjugation, but a recognition of overwhelming truth and power that draws them to worship the God of Israel. This foreshadows the future inclusion of Gentiles into God's redemptive plan.

Linguistic Insights

  • The term "Sabeans" (Hebrew: Seba'im or Sheba) refers to a people known for their stature and trade, often associated with rich merchandise, highlighting the value and significance of what these nations bring.
  • "In chains" (Hebrew: b'zikim) can literally mean bonds of captivity. However, in this prophetic context, it can also symbolize a spiritual binding or conviction, where individuals are compelled by the truth of God to surrender and worship Him, not out of mere coercion, but out of a profound realization of His unmatched deity.

Related Scriptures

The vision of diverse nations coming to acknowledge the Lord is a recurring theme in prophetic literature, signifying the expansive nature of God's kingdom. Similar prophecies can be found in passages like Zechariah 8:22-23, which speaks of "many people and strong nations" coming to seek the Lord, and Isaiah 2:2, which describes all nations flowing to the mountain of the Lord's house.

Practical Application

Isaiah 45:14 offers profound encouragement for believers today. It assures us that God's plan for global recognition of His sovereignty will ultimately prevail. It reminds us that no matter how entrenched idolatry or false beliefs may seem, the truth of the one true God will eventually draw all peoples to Himself. This verse serves as a powerful reminder of God's mission for His people: to be a light to the nations so that all may come to know and worship the Lord, acknowledging that "there is none else, there is no God." It underscores the importance of sharing the Gospel, knowing that God is actively working to bring all peoples into a relationship with Him.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Isaiah 49:23

    And kings shall be thy nursing fathers, and their queens thy nursing mothers: they shall bow down to thee with [their] face toward the earth, and lick up the dust of thy feet; and thou shalt know that I [am] the LORD: for they shall not be ashamed that wait for me.

  • 1 Corinthians 14:25

    And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest; and so falling down on [his] face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth.

  • Jeremiah 16:19

    O LORD, my strength, and my fortress, and my refuge in the day of affliction, the Gentiles shall come unto thee from the ends of the earth, and shall say, Surely our fathers have inherited lies, vanity, and [things] wherein [there is] no profit.

  • Isaiah 61:5

    And strangers shall stand and feed your flocks, and the sons of the alien [shall be] your plowmen and your vinedressers.

  • Isaiah 61:6

    But ye shall be named the Priests of the LORD: [men] shall call you the Ministers of our God: ye shall eat the riches of the Gentiles, and in their glory shall ye boast yourselves.

  • Acts 10:25

    And as Peter was coming in, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet, and worshipped [him].

  • Acts 10:26

    But Peter took him up, saying, Stand up; I myself also am a man.

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