Isaiah 32:14
Isaiah 32:14 in Multiple Translations
For the palace will be forsaken, the busy city abandoned. The hill and the watchtower will become caves forever— the delight of wild donkeys and a pasture for flocks—
Because the palaces shall be forsaken; the multitude of the city shall be left; the forts and towers shall be for dens for ever, a joy of wild asses, a pasture of flocks;
For the palace shall be forsaken; the populous city shall be deserted; the hill and the watch-tower shall be for dens for ever, a joy of wild asses, a pasture of flocks;
For the fair houses will have no man living in them; the town which was full of noise will become a waste; the hill and the watchtower will be unpeopled for ever, a joy for the asses of the woods, a place of food for the flocks;
The palace is abandoned, the crowded town is deserted. Castles and watch towers will forever become homes loved by wild donkeys, and places where sheep graze,
Because the palace shalbe forsaken, and the noise of the citie shalbe left: the towre and fortresse shalbe dennes for euer, and the delite of wilde asses, and a pasture for flockes,
Surely the palace hath been left, The multitude of the city forsaken, Fort and watch-tower hath been for dens unto the age, A joy of wild asses — a pasture of herds;
For the palace will be forsaken. The populous city will be deserted. The hill and the watchtower will be for dens forever, a delight for wild donkeys, a pasture of flocks,
Because the palaces shall be forsaken; the multitude of the city shall be left; the forts and towers shall be for dens for ever, a joy of wild asses, a pasture of flocks;
For the house is forsaken, the multitude of the city is left, darkness and obscurity are come upon its dens for ever. A joy of wild asses, the pastures of flocks,
The king’s palace will be empty; there will be no people in the city that now is very noisy. Wild donkeys will walk around and flocks of sheep will eat grass in the empty forts and watchtowers.
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Study Notes — Isaiah 32:14
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- Isaiah 32:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 32:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 32:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 32:14
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 32:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
- Sermons on Isaiah 32:14
Context — The Women of Jerusalem
14For the palace will be forsaken, the busy city abandoned. The hill and the watchtower will become caves forever— the delight of wild donkeys and a pasture for flocks—
15until the Spirit is poured out upon us from on high. Then the desert will be an orchard, and the orchard will seem like a forest. 16Then justice will inhabit the wilderness, and righteousness will dwell in the fertile field.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 24:12 | The city is left in ruins; its gate is reduced to rubble. |
| 2 | Isaiah 24:10 | The city of chaos is shattered; every house is closed to entry. |
| 3 | Isaiah 25:2 | Indeed, You have made the city a heap of rubble, the fortified town a ruin. The fortress of strangers is a city no more; it will never be rebuilt. |
| 4 | Isaiah 27:10 | For the fortified city lies deserted— a homestead abandoned, a wilderness forsaken. There the calves graze, and there they lie down; they strip its branches bare. |
| 5 | Luke 21:20 | But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, you will know that her desolation is near. |
| 6 | Luke 21:24 | They will fall by the edge of the sword and be led captive into all the nations. And Jerusalem will be trodden down by the Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled. |
| 7 | Isaiah 5:9 | I heard the LORD of Hosts declare: “Surely many houses will become desolate, great mansions left unoccupied. |
| 8 | Isaiah 24:1–3 | Behold, the LORD lays waste the earth and leaves it in ruins. He will twist its surface and scatter its inhabitants— people and priest alike, servant and master, maid and mistress, buyer and seller, lender and borrower, creditor and debtor. The earth will be utterly laid waste and thoroughly plundered. For the LORD has spoken this word. |
| 9 | Psalms 104:11 | They give drink to every beast of the field; the wild donkeys quench their thirst. |
| 10 | 2 Kings 25:9 | He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building. |
Isaiah 32:14 Summary
Isaiah 32:14 describes a scene of complete desolation and abandonment, where even the palace and busy city are left empty and still. This verse reminds us that everything in this world is temporary and can be taken away, as seen in Matthew 24:35 and 1 Peter 1:24. Just as the wild donkeys and flocks will inhabit the abandoned city, we can allow God to inhabit and transform our lives, making us a new creation in Christ, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17. By recognizing the fleeting nature of earthly things, we can focus on what truly lasts, our relationship with God and His kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 'palace' and 'busy city' refer to in Isaiah 32:14?
The 'palace' and 'busy city' likely refer to the royal palace and the city of Jerusalem, which will be abandoned and left to ruin, as prophesied in Isaiah 24:10 and Jeremiah 22:5.
What is the significance of the 'hill and watchtower' becoming 'caves forever'?
The 'hill and watchtower' becoming 'caves forever' signifies the complete desolation and destruction of the city's defenses and strongholds, a stark contrast to the watchtowers mentioned in 2 Kings 18:8, which were once symbols of security and protection.
Why are 'wild donkeys' and 'flocks' mentioned in this verse?
The 'wild donkeys' and 'flocks' represent the wild and untamed creatures that will inhabit the abandoned city, emphasizing the extent of its desolation and neglect, much like the desolate landscapes described in Jeremiah 9:11 and Isaiah 13:21.
Is this verse talking about a literal or spiritual abandonment?
While the verse does describe a literal abandonment of the city, it also alludes to a spiritual abandonment, where the people have turned away from God, as seen in Isaiah 1:4 and Hosea 1:2, emphasizing the need for spiritual renewal and restoration.
Reflection Questions
- What are the things in my life that I have allowed to become 'abandoned' or 'forsaken', and how can I reclaim them for God's purposes?
- How can I apply the principle of Isaiah 32:14 to my own life, recognizing the fleeting nature of earthly structures and institutions?
- In what ways can I be a part of bringing spiritual renewal and restoration to my community, just as the Spirit is poured out in Isaiah 32:15?
- What are the 'thorns and briers' in my life, as mentioned in Isaiah 32:13, and how can I allow God to transform them into something beautiful and fruitful?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 32:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 32:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 32:14
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 32:14
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 32:14
Sermons on Isaiah 32:14
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First Discover the Spine - Part 1 by Derek Prince | This sermon by Derek Prince delves into the spine of biblical prophecy, focusing on Matthew chapter 24 as the key piece to understanding prophecy. It explores the fulfillment of Je |
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In the Word #14 by Milton Green | This sermon focuses on the importance of repentance, highlighting the sins of the church and the need for a godly repentance. It emphasizes the urgency of turning back to God, ackn |
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In the Things to Come-Jerusalem vs. Babylon by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the significance of Jesus Christ's return to earth and the completion of redemption. It explores the signs mentioned in Matthew 24 and Luke 21, pointing to |
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Building the Body of Christ - 9 Enoch and Noah Walked With God by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the story of Enoch, the first preacher in the Bible who preached about the second coming of Christ and judgment against sin. It emphasizes the importance of |
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Weep Not for Me by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the scene where Jesus is being crucified and the women are crying for him. He explains that Jesus was not a helpless victim, but willingly |
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The Tribulation, and Those Who Are to Pass Through It. by William Kelly | William Kelly preaches about the great tribulation, emphasizing the distinction between the tribulation that the Christian must endure in this world and the specific trouble at the |
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Day 59, 1 Thessalonians 2 by David Servant | David Servant preaches about Paul's journey from being tested and approved by God to being entrusted with the gospel, emphasizing the importance of being found faithful in ministry |






