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The Fallen Stronghold
Commentators unanimously identify the 'stronghold' or 'strength' as the city of Tyre. For the merchant ships of Tarshish, Tyre was their economic lifeline—a secure port and a reliable market. Its destruction meant the collapse of their commercial world, prompting the command to 'howl' in lament.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 23:14
18th Century
Theologian
“Howl ... (Isaiah 23:1).
For your strength — That which has been your support and strength; namely, Tyre ().
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 23:14
19th Century
Bishop
Howl, ye ships of Tarshish: for your Strength is laid waste. —The prophecy of woe ends as it began in Isaiah 23:1. The “s…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 23:14
16th Century
Theologian
Howl, ye ships of Tarshish. He repeats what he previously said; for the Cilicians, on account of their vicinity, constantly traded with th…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 23:14
17th Century
Pastor
Howl, you ships of Tarshish
As in (Isaiah 23:1) . (See Gill on Isaiah 23:1):
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 23:1–14
17th Century
Minister
Tyre was the trading center of the nations. She was known for her joy and entertainment; and this made her reluctant to consider the warnings God g…