Isaiah 15:4

Isaiah 15:5 →

And Heshbon shall cry, and Elealeh: their voice shall be heard even unto Jahaz: therefore the armed soldiers of Moab shall cry out; his life shall be grievous unto him.

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Interpretation

This verse continues the thought already in view and fits the wider themes of holiness and judgment in Isaiah.

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This thought runs through Isaiah 15:1-5.

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Glossary

Moab Place: Biblical region. Modern identification: Kerak.
Elealeh Place: Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Al ‘Al.
Heshbon Place: Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Tell Hesban.
Jahaz Place: Trodden down. Modern identification: Khirbet el Medeiyineh.