Isaiah 14:5-6 The Lord's punishment and restoration

5 The Lord has broken the rod of the wicked,
the scepter of the rulers,

6 which in anger struck down peoples
with unceasing blows,
and in fury subdued nations
with relentless aggression.

Meaning of Isaiah 14:5-6

Isaiah 14:5 powerfully illustrates God's triumph over tyranny, declaring, "The LORD has broken the rod of the wicked, the scepter of the rulers." This verse reflects divine justice and liberation, reassuring us that God will ultimately dismantle oppressive powers, restoring righteousness and peace.

Cross References for Isaiah 14:5-6

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Isaiah 9:4 - For as in the day of Midian’s defeat, you have shattered the yoke that burdens them, the bar ac... Click to read the verse Isaiah 9:4 Click to read the verse Isaiah 9:4

Isaiah 10:5 - God’s Judgment on Assyria “Woe to the Assyrian, the rod of my anger, in whose hand is the club ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 10:5 Click to read the verse Isaiah 10:5

Isaiah 14:25 - I will crush the Assyrian in my land; on my mountains I will trample him down. His yoke will be... Click to read the verse Isaiah 14:25 Click to read the verse Isaiah 14:25

Job 36:22 - “God is exalted in his power. Who is a teacher like him? Click to read the verse Job 36:22 Click to read the verse Job 36:22

Jeremiah 48:15-17 - Moab will be destroyed and her towns invaded; her finest young men will go down in the slaughte... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 48:15-17 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 48:15-17