Isaiah 13:2

"The burden of Babylon, which Isaiah the son of Amoz saw."

Key Reflection

Isaiah's prophecy about "the burden of Babylon" signifies a heavy and solemn message concerning the coming judgment on Babylon. This introduces a weighty revelation that highlights God's sovereignty in bringing downfall to nations, preparing the way for his ultimate purposes, including the restoration and salvation of his people.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Lift ye up a banner -A military ensign or standard. The vision opens here; and the first thing which the prophet hears, is the solemn command of God addressed to the nations as subject to him, to rear the standard of war, and to gather around it the mighty armies which were to be employed in the destruction of the city. This command, ‘Lift ye up a banner,’ is addressed to the leaders of those armies to assemble them, and to prepare them for war.

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