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A Metaphor for Total Calamity
All the commentators agree that this language is metaphorical, not a literal prediction of an astronomical event. This 'apocalyptic' imagery is a common tool used by prophets to convey the sheer terror and total collapse of a kingdom. It symbolizes a state of absolute calamity where all sources of hope, order, and comfort are extinguished.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 13:10
18th Century
Theologian
For the stars of heaven - This verse cannot be understood literally, but is a metaphorical representation of the calamities that were coming…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 13:10
19th Century
Bishop
The constellations thereof. —The noun in the singular (kesîl, foolhardy, or impious) is translated as Orion in J…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 13:10
16th Century
Theologian
For the stars of heaven. To strike our minds with a stronger and more distressing fear of God's judgment, the prophets are accustomed to a…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 13:10
17th Century
Pastor
For the stars of heaven
This and what follows are to be understood, not literally, but figuratively, as expressive o…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 13:6–18
17th Century
Minister
We have here the terrible desolation of Babylon by the Medes and Persians. Those who in the day of their peace were proud, and haughty, and terribl…