Isaiah 15:4

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

النَّاسُ فِي حَشْبُونَ وَألْعَالَةَ يَبْكُونَ، صَوْتُهُمْ مَسمُوعٌ مِنْ بَعِيدٍ، مِنْ يَاهَصَ. لِهَذَا يَبْكِي جُنُودُ مُوآبَ، وَيَرْتَجِفُونَ خَوْفًا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes the cities of Heshbon and Elealeh crying out, and their cries being heard as far as Jahaz. The soldiers of Moab are also crying out, showing that they are in great distress. The verse suggests a time of great sorrow and suffering for the people of Moab.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your town was in big trouble, and everyone was crying. The people in nearby towns could hear you crying too. That’s what’s happening here. The people of Moab are so sad that even the soldiers are crying.

Historical Background

The book of Isaiah was written by the prophet Isaiah around 700 BCE. The verse is part of a prophecy about the destruction of Moab, a neighboring nation to Israel. This prophecy would have resonated with the Israelites, who often interacted with and were in conflict with Moab.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can be applied to situations where a community faces a crisis and comes together in shared grief. For example, after a natural disaster, communities might experience a collective cry for help and a period of shared distress.

Topics

• prophecy
• sorrow
• distress
• conflict
• community
• grief

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 25:8
• Jeremiah 48:1
• Amos 2:1
• Luke 23:28
• Revelation 18:10

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote Isaiah?

The book of Isaiah was written by the prophet Isaiah, a prophet in ancient Israel who lived around 700 BCE.

What was the context of Isaiah's prophecy about Moab?

Isaiah's prophecy about Moab was part of a larger message about the judgment and downfall of neighboring nations, including Moab, as a warning to Israel.

How can we apply Isaiah 15:4 to our lives?

We can apply Isaiah 15:4 by recognizing the shared sorrow and collective distress during communal crises and finding ways to support and uplift each other.

What other passages in the Bible talk about Moab?

Other passages that discuss Moab include Ezekiel 25:8, Jeremiah 48:1, and Amos 2:1, which also describe prophecies and warnings about the fate of Moab.