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God’s Message to Babylon

13 God showed Isaiah son of Amoz this message[a] about Babylon:

“Raise a flag on that mountain[b] where nothing grows.
    Call out to the men.
Wave your arms to let them know
    they should enter through the gates for important leaders.

“I have separated these men from the people,
    and I myself will command them.
I have gathered these proud, happy soldiers of mine
    to show how angry I am.

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Footnotes

  1. Isaiah 13:1 message Or “burden.”
  2. Isaiah 13:2 mountain This probably means Babylon.

A Prophecy Against Babylon

13 A prophecy(A) against Babylon(B) that Isaiah son of Amoz(C) saw:(D)

Raise a banner(E) on a bare hilltop,
    shout to them;
beckon to them
    to enter the gates(F) of the nobles.
I have commanded those I prepared for battle;
    I have summoned my warriors(G) to carry out my wrath(H)
    those who rejoice(I) in my triumph.

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