1. katabhqi kaqison epi thn ghn parqenoV qugathr babulwnoV eiselqe eiV to skotoV qugathr caldaiwn oti ouketi prosteqhsh klhqhnai apalh kai trufera
2. labe mulon aleson aleuron apokaluyai to katakalumma sou anakaluyai taV poliaV anasurai taV knhmaV diabhqi potamouV
3. anakalufqhsetai h aiscunh sou fanhsontai oi oneidismoi sou to dikaion ek sou lhmyomai ouketi mh paradw anqrwpoiV
4. eipen o rusamenoV se kurioV sabawq onoma autw agioV israhl
5. kaqison katanenugmenh eiselqe eiV to skotoV qugathr caldaiwn ouketi mh klhqhV iscuV basileiaV
6. parwxunqhn epi tw law mou emianaV thn klhronomian mou egw edwka eiV thn ceira sou su de ouk edwkaV autoiV eleoV tou presbuterou ebarunaV ton zugon sfodra
7. kai eipaV eiV ton aiwna esomai arcousa ouk enohsaV tauta en th kardia sou oude emnhsqhV ta escata
8. nun de akouson tauta h trufera h kaqhmenh pepoiquia h legousa en th kardia authV egw eimi kai ouk estin etera ou kaqiw chra oude gnwsomai orfaneian
9. nun de hxei exaifnhV epi se ta duo tauta en mia hmera chreia kai ateknia hxei exaifnhV epi se en th farmakeia sou en th iscui twn epaoidwn sou sfodra
10. th elpidi thV ponhriaV sou su gar eipaV egw eimi kai ouk estin etera gnwqi oti h sunesiV toutwn kai h porneia sou estai soi aiscunh kai eipaV th kardia sou egw eimi kai ouk estin etera
11. kai hxei epi se apwleia kai ou mh gnwV boqunoV kai empesh eiV auton kai hxei epi se talaipwria kai ou mh dunhsh kaqara genesqai kai hxei epi se exapinhV apwleia kai ou mh gnwV
12. sthqi nun en taiV epaoidaiV sou kai th pollh farmakeia sou a emanqaneV ek neothtoV sou ei dunhsh wfelhqhnai
13. kekopiakaV en taiV boulaiV sou sthtwsan kai swsatwsan se oi astrologoi tou ouranou oi orwnteV touV asteraV anaggeilatwsan soi ti mellei epi se ercesqai
14. idou panteV wV frugana epi puri katakahsontai kai ou mh exelwntai thn yuchn autwn ek flogoV oti eceiV anqrakaV puroV kaqisai ep' autouV
15. outoi esontai soi bohqeia ekopiasaV en th metabolh sou ek neothtoV anqrwpoV kaq' eauton eplanhqh soi de ouk estai swthria
Footnotes:
47:1-3 - Babylon is portrayed as a humbled maiden, destined for divine judgment. This symbolizes the fall of arrogant kingdoms before God's power (see also Daniel 5:26-28 and Revelation 18:7-8).
47:7-8 - Babylon boasts of her security and says, "I am, and there is no other besides me." This arrogance invites God's judgment, which crushes human pride (see also Proverbs 16:18 and Obadiah 1:3-4).
47:10-11 - Babylon's reliance on wisdom and sorcery is condemned. The text shows that no human power can escape divine judgment (see also Deuteronomy 18:10-12 and Ezekiel 28:17).
47:12-13 - Babylon's enchantments and astrological counsel fail, demonstrating the futility of trusting in created forces rather than the Creator (see also Isaiah 44:24-25 and Psalm 146:3).
47:15:00 - The final abandonment of Babylon by the allies highlights the futility of relying on human help to escape divine judgment (see also Lamentations 1:2 and Ezekiel 28:7-8).
Verses related to Isaías, 47:
Isaiah chapter 47 announces the judgment of Babylon. How does God deal with the pride of nations? This prophetic text portrays the fall of mighty Babylon, exposing its arrogance and cruelty. The chapter serves as a warning against reliance on human power and occult practices. Isaiah 47 addresses themes such as divine justice, the transience of worldly power, and the consequences of pride. Ponder with us five biblical passages that relate to the solemn warnings in this powerful chapter.
Revelation 18:7-8: "As much as she glorified herself and lived in luxury, give her as much torment and sadness. She boasts in her heart: 'I am sitting like a queen; I am not a widow and I will never be sad.' Therefore, in one day her plagues will come upon her: death, sadness and hunger. She will be consumed by fire, for the Lord God is powerful and judges her." - This passage about the fall of Babylon in Revelation echoes the judgment against Babylon prophesied in Isaiah 47.
1 Thessalonians 5:3: "When they say, 'Peace and security,' then suddenly destruction will come upon them, like pangs upon a pregnant woman; and they will not escape." - This warning from Paul reflects the theme of sudden judgment found in Isaiah 47:9,11.
Luke 1:51-52: "He performed mighty feats with his arm; He has scattered those who are proud in their innermost hearts. He toppled rulers from their thrones, but exalted the humble." - Mary's song echoes the themes of Isaiah 47, where God humbles the powerful and exalts the humble.
James 4:13-16: "Listen now, you who say, 'Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, do business and make money.' You don't even know what will happen to you tomorrow! What is your life? You are like the fog that appears for a little while and then dissipates. Instead, they should say, 'If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.' Now, however, you boast about your claims. All boasting like this is evil." - This warning from James against arrogance and overconfidence in human wisdom reflects the themes of Isaiah 47:10.
1 Peter 5:5: "In the same way, young people, submit yourselves to your elders. Be humble toward one another, for 'God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.'" - This verse echoes the theme of Isaiah 47, where God opposes the proud, like Babylon.
FAQ:
What does Isaiah 47 say about the judgment of Babylon?
Isaiah 47 prophesies the fall of Babylon, which will be humiliated and destroyed for its pride and corruption. God will use another nation to bring judgment upon it. (Isaiah 47:1-15)
How is Babylon described in Isaiah 47?
Babylon is described as a "virgin" who boasts of her power, but will be punished for her sins, especially her arrogance and confidence in her wealth. (Isaiah 47:7-9)
What does God promise for Israel's future in Isaiah 47?
Despite the judgment on Babylon, God promises to restore Israel and free it from the oppression of the nations, revealing His sovereignty. (Isaiah 47:4-5)
Why will Babylon be destroyed in Isaiah 47?
Babylon will be destroyed because of her pride, her abuse of power, and her trust in her own idols and enchantments instead of trusting in God. (Isaiah 47:10-15)
How does the fall of Babylon serve as a lesson to other nations?
The fall of Babylon shows that no human empire can endure without God's justice. The nations are called to recognize divine sovereignty. (Isaiah 47:11-15)
