Isaiah 5:14
Isaiah 5:14 in Multiple Translations
Therefore Sheol enlarges its throat and opens wide its enormous jaws, and down go Zion’s nobles and masses, her revelers and carousers!
Therefore hell hath enlarged herself, and opened her mouth without measure: and their glory, and their multitude, and their pomp, and he that rejoiceth, shall descend into it.
Therefore Sheol hath enlarged its desire, and opened its mouth without measure; and their glory, and their multitude, and their pomp, and he that rejoiceth among them, descend into it.
For this cause the underworld has made wide its throat, opening its mouth without limit: and her glory, and the noise of her masses, and her loud-voiced feasters, will go down into it.
The grave's appetite increases, its mouth opens wide, and Jerusalem's nobility and the masses will go down into it, along with the rowdy, drunken mobs.
Therefore hell hath inlarged it selfe, and hath opened his mouth, without measure, and their glorie, and their multitude, and their pompe, and hee that reioyceth among them, shall descend into it.
Therefore hath Sheol enlarged herself, And hath opened her mouth without limit. And gone down hath its honour, and its multitude, And its noise, and its exulting one — into her.
Therefore Sheol has enlarged its desire, and opened its mouth without measure; and their glory, their multitude, their pomp, and he who rejoices among them, descend into it.
Therefore hell hath enlarged herself, and opened her mouth without measure: and their glory, and their multitude, and their pomp, and he that rejoiceth, shall descend into it.
Therefore hath hell enlarged her soul, and opened her mouth without any bounds, and their strong ones, and their people, and their high and glorious ones shall go down into it.
It is as though [PRS] the place where the dead people are is eagerly looking for more Israeli people, opening its mouth to swallow them, and a huge number of people will be thrown into that place, including their leaders as well as a noisy crowd of people who enjoy living in Jerusalem.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 5:14
Study Notes — Isaiah 5:14
- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 5:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 5:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 5:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 5:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 5:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 5:14
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 5:14
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 5:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 5:14
- Sermons on Isaiah 5:14
Context — Woes to the Wicked
14Therefore Sheol enlarges its throat and opens wide its enormous jaws, and down go Zion’s nobles and masses, her revelers and carousers!
15So mankind will be brought low, and each man humbled; the arrogant will lower their eyes. 16But the LORD of Hosts will be exalted by His justice, and the holy God will show Himself holy in righteousness.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 30:16 | Sheol, the barren womb, land never satisfied with water, and fire that never says, ‘Enough!’ |
| 2 | Luke 21:34 | But watch yourselves, or your hearts will be weighed down by dissipation, drunkenness, and the worries of life—and that day will spring upon you suddenly like a snare. |
| 3 | Habakkuk 2:5 | and wealth indeed betrays him. He is an arrogant man never at rest. He enlarges his appetite like Sheol, and like Death, he is never satisfied. He gathers all the nations to himself and collects all the peoples as his own. |
| 4 | Matthew 7:13 | Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. |
| 5 | Isaiah 30:33 | For Topheth has long been prepared; it has been made ready for the king. Its funeral pyre is deep and wide, with plenty of fire and wood. The breath of the LORD, like a torrent of burning sulfur, sets it ablaze. |
| 6 | Psalms 55:15 | Let death seize them by surprise; let them go down to Sheol alive, for evil is with them in their homes. |
| 7 | Proverbs 27:20 | Sheol and Abaddon are never satisfied; so the eyes of man are never satisfied. |
| 8 | Numbers 16:30–34 | But if the LORD brings about something unprecedented, and the earth opens its mouth and swallows them and all that belongs to them so that they go down alive into Sheol, then you will know that these men have treated the LORD with contempt.” As soon as Moses had finished saying all this, the ground beneath them split open, and the earth opened its mouth and swallowed them and their households—all Korah’s men and all their possessions. They went down alive into Sheol with all they owned. The earth closed over them, and they vanished from the assembly. At their cries, all the people of Israel who were around them fled, saying, “The earth may swallow us too!” |
| 9 | Isaiah 14:9 | Sheol beneath is eager to meet you upon your arrival. It stirs the spirits of the dead to greet you— all the rulers of the earth. It makes all the kings of the nations rise from their thrones. |
| 10 | Revelation 20:13–15 | The sea gave up its dead, and Death and Hades gave up their dead, and each one was judged according to his deeds. Then Death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. This is the second death—the lake of fire. And if anyone was found whose name was not written in the Book of Life, he was thrown into the lake of fire. |
Isaiah 5:14 Summary
This verse is saying that because the people of Zion have turned away from God and are living sinful lives, they will face judgment and punishment. Sheol, or the place of the dead, is like a big mouth that is waiting to swallow them up. This is a warning to us today as well, to remember that our actions have consequences, and that if we reject God and live for ourselves, we will face judgment (as seen in Romans 6:23). But if we turn to Him and live for Him, we can experience eternal life and freedom, as seen in John 3:16.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheol in Isaiah 5:14?
Sheol refers to the place of the dead, often translated as the grave or hell, as seen in Psalm 9:17, where it is associated with the wicked. In this context, Sheol represents a place of judgment and punishment for those who reject God.
Why are Zion's nobles and masses going down to Sheol?
According to Isaiah 5:14, they are going down to Sheol because of their sinful ways, specifically their revelry and carousing, which is a result of disregarding the actions of the Lord, as mentioned in Isaiah 5:12. This is also reminiscent of Proverbs 21:16, where the wicked are said to stray into the assembly of the dead.
Is this verse only talking about ancient Israel, or does it have relevance for us today?
While the immediate context of Isaiah 5:14 is a warning to ancient Israel, the principles of God's judgment on sin and the importance of humility and righteousness are timeless and apply to all people, as seen in Romans 6:23, where the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
Isaiah 5:14 is part of a larger section that describes the sins of Israel and the resulting judgment, as seen in Isaiah 5:13, where the people are said to go into exile for their lack of understanding. This verse serves as a culmination of the warnings, emphasizing the severity of God's judgment on those who refuse to acknowledge and repent of their sins, as also seen in Isaiah 5:15-16, where mankind is brought low and the Lord is exalted in His justice.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I might be disregarding the actions of the Lord in my own life, and how can I turn back to Him?
- In what ways do I prioritize revelry and carousing over seeking the Lord and living righteously, and what steps can I take to change this?
- How can I cultivate a deeper understanding of God's holiness and righteousness, as mentioned in Isaiah 5:16, and what impact will this have on my daily life?
- What are some areas where I need to humble myself, as mentioned in Isaiah 5:15, and how can I practically live out this humility in my relationships and decisions?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 5:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 5:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 5:14
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 5:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 5:14
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 5:14
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 5:14
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 5:14
Sermons on Isaiah 5:14
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The Man God Tore Apart - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the pastor discusses the troubled state of the world and predicts that it will become even more troubled in the next 10 years. He emphasizes that there are three ty |
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Ii Kings 20:1 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the inevitability of death, reminding us that it is appointed for all men to die, and that we are constantly reminded of this truth through daily news and ev |
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Nightclub Disasters: A Parable of Hell by Art Katz | Art Katz presents a vivid and alarming parable of hell through the metaphor of a nightclub disaster, where a moment of excitement transforms into chaos and despair. He emphasizes t |
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Be Still by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being still and knowing that God is in control. He encourages the audience to develop a deep and loving relationship with |
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(Dangers in the Way Series): Dangers of Prosperity and Adversity by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the dangers that Christians face in their journey towards heaven. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing these perils, |
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(Revelation - Part 2): A Prognosis of Events by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the importance of being prepared for the second coming of Jesus Christ. He uses a story about a boy who eagerly awaits his father's return |
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(Men Who Met God): Abraham by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being watchful and prayerful in order to be worthy of escaping the trials and tribulations that will come upon the earth. |




