Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Their arrows are sharp, all their bows are strung; their horses’ hooves seem like flint, their chariot wheels like a whirlwind. New Living Translation Their arrows will be sharp and their bows ready for battle. Sparks will fly from their horses’ hooves, and the wheels of their chariots will spin like a whirlwind. English Standard Version their arrows are sharp, all their bows bent, their horses’ hoofs seem like flint, and their wheels like the whirlwind. Berean Standard Bible Their arrows are sharpened, and all their bows are strung. The hooves of their horses are like flint; their chariot wheels are like a whirlwind. King James Bible Whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent, their horses' hoofs shall be counted like flint, and their wheels like a whirlwind: New King James Version Whose arrows are sharp, And all their bows bent; Their horses’ hooves will seem like flint, And their wheels like a whirlwind. New American Standard Bible Its arrows are sharp and all its bows are bent; The hoofs of its horses seem like flint, and its chariot wheels like a storm wind. NASB 1995 Its arrows are sharp and all its bows are bent; The hoofs of its horses seem like flint and its chariot wheels like a whirlwind. NASB 1977 Its arrows are sharp, and all its bows are bent; The hoofs of its horses seem like flint, and its chariot wheels like a whirlwind. Legacy Standard Bible Its arrows are sharp and all its bows are bent; The hoofs of its horses seem like flint and its chariot wheels like a whirlwind. Amplified Bible Their arrows are sharp and all their bows are strung and bent; Their horses’ hoofs seem like flint and their chariot wheels like a whirlwind. Christian Standard Bible Their arrows are sharpened, and all their bows strung. Their horses’ hooves are like flint; their chariot wheels are like a whirlwind. Holman Christian Standard Bible Their arrows are sharpened, and all their bows strung. Their horses’ hooves are like flint; their chariot wheels are like a whirlwind. American Standard Version whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent; their horses' hoofs shall be accounted as flint, and their wheels as a whirlwind: Contemporary English Version Their arrows are sharp, and their bows are ready. The hoofs of their horses are hard as flint; the wheels of their war chariots turn as fast as a whirlwind. English Revised Version whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent; their horses' hoofs shall be counted like flint, and their wheels like a whirlwind: GOD'S WORD® Translation Their arrows are sharpened; all their bows are ready to shoot. Their horses' hoofs are as hard as flint. Their chariot wheels are as quick as the wind. Good News Translation Their arrows are sharp, and their bows are ready to shoot. Their horses' hoofs are as hard as flint, and their chariot wheels turn like a whirlwind. International Standard Version Their arrows are sharp, all their bows ready for action. Their horses' hooves seem like flint, and their chariot wheels spin like a whirlwind. Majority Standard Bible Their arrows are sharpened, and all their bows are strung. The hooves of their horses are like flint; their chariot wheels are like a whirlwind. NET Bible Their arrows are sharpened, and all their bows are prepared. The hooves of their horses are hard as flint, and their chariot wheels are like a windstorm. New Heart English Bible whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent. Their horses' hoofs will be like flint, and their wheels like a whirlwind. Webster's Bible Translation Whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent, their horses' hoofs shall be counted like flint, and their wheels like a whirlwind: World English Bible whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent. Their horses’ hoofs will be like flint, and their wheels like a whirlwind. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWhose arrows [are] sharp, and all its bows bent, "" Hooves of its horses have been reckoned as flint, "" And its wheels as a windstorm! Young's Literal Translation Whose arrows are sharp, and all its bows bent, Hoofs of its horses as flint have been reckoned, And its wheels as a hurricane! Smith's Literal Translation Whose arrows were sharpened, and all their bows bent, the hoofs of their horses were reckoned as the rock, and their wheels as the whirlwind. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTheir arrows are sharp, and all their bows are bent. The hoofs of their horses shall be like the hint, and their wheels like the violence of a tempest. Catholic Public Domain Version Their arrows are sharp, and all their bows are taut. The hoofs of their horses are like flint, and their wheels are like the force of a tempest. New American Bible Their arrows are sharp, and all their bows are bent, The hooves of their horses like flint, and their chariot wheels like the whirlwind. New Revised Standard Version their arrows are sharp, all their bows bent, their horses’ hoofs seem like flint, and their wheels like the whirlwind. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTheir arrows are sharp and their bows are bent, their horses' hoofs shall be counted like flint, and their wheels like a whirlwind. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Their arrows are sharp and their bows are filled, and the hooves of their horses shall be considered as flint and their wheels as a whirlwind OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Whose arrows are sharp, And all their bows bent; Their horses' hoofs shall be counted like flint, And their wheels like a whirlwind; Brenton Septuagint Translation Whose arrows are sharp, and their bows bent; their horses' hoofs are counted as solid rock: their chariot-wheels are as a storm. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Woes to the Wicked…27None of them grows weary or stumbles; no one slumbers or sleeps. No belt is loose and no sandal strap is broken. 28 Their arrows are sharpened, and all their bows are strung. The hooves of their horses are like flint; their chariot wheels are like a whirlwind. 29Their roaring is like that of a lion; they roar like young lions. They growl and seize their prey; they carry it away from deliverance.… Cross References Jeremiah 4:13 Behold, he advances like the clouds, his chariots like the whirlwind. His horses are swifter than eagles. Woe to us, for we are ruined! Habakkuk 1:8 Their horses are swifter than leopards, fiercer than wolves of the night. Their horsemen charge ahead, and their cavalry comes from afar. They fly like a vulture, swooping down to devour. Nahum 2:4 The chariots dash through the streets; they rush around the plazas, appearing like torches, darting about like lightning. Ezekiel 23:24 They will come against you with a host of peoples, with weapons, chariots, and wagons. They will array themselves against you on every side with buckler and shield and helmet. I will delegate judgment to them, and they will punish you according to their own standards. Jeremiah 47:3 at the sound of the galloping hooves of stallions, the rumbling of chariots, and the clatter of their wheels. The fathers will not turn back for their sons; their hands will hang limp. Joel 2:4-5 Their appearance is like that of horses, and they gallop like swift steeds. / With a sound like that of chariots they bound over the mountaintops, like the crackling of fire consuming stubble, like a mighty army deployed for battle. Amos 2:15 The archer will not stand his ground, the fleet of foot will not escape, and the horseman will not save his life. 2 Kings 19:23 Through your servants you have taunted the Lord, and you have said: “With my many chariots I have ascended to the heights of the mountains, to the remote peaks of Lebanon. I have cut down its tallest cedars, the finest of its cypresses. I have reached its farthest outposts, the densest of its forests. Jeremiah 6:23 They grasp the bow and spear; they are cruel and merciless. Their voice roars like the sea, and they ride upon horses, lined up like men in formation against you, O Daughter of Zion.” Lamentations 4:19 Those who chased us were swifter than the eagles in the sky; they pursued us over the mountains and ambushed us in the wilderness. Revelation 9:9 They also had breastplates like breastplates of iron, and the sound of their wings was like the roar of many horses and chariots rushing into battle. Revelation 9:7 And the locusts looked like horses prepared for battle, with something like crowns of gold on their heads; and their faces were like the faces of men. Matthew 24:27 For just as the lightning comes from the east and flashes as far as the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. Luke 17:24 For just as the lightning flashes and lights up the sky from one end to the other, so will be the Son of Man in His day. Revelation 6:2 So I looked and saw a white horse, and its rider held a bow. And he was given a crown, and he rode out to overcome and conquer. Treasury of Scripture Whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent, their horses' hoofs shall be counted like flint, and their wheels like a whirlwind: arrows Psalm 45:5 Thine arrows are sharp in the heart of the king's enemies; whereby the people fall under thee. Psalm 120:4 Sharp arrows of the mighty, with coals of juniper. Jeremiah 5:16 Their quiver is as an open sepulchre, they are all mighty men. their horses Judges 5:22 Then were the horsehoofs broken by the means of the pransings, the pransings of their mighty ones. Jeremiah 47:3 At the noise of the stamping of the hoofs of his strong horses, at the rushing of his chariots, and at the rumbling of his wheels, the fathers shall not look back to their children for feebleness of hands; Micah 4:13 Arise and thresh, O daughter of Zion: for I will make thine horn iron, and I will make thy hoofs brass: and thou shalt beat in pieces many people: and I will consecrate their gain unto the LORD, and their substance unto the Lord of the whole earth. Jump to Previous Accounted Arrows Bent Bow Bows Chariot Counted Feet Flint Hoofs Horses Hurricane Reckoned Rock Rushing Seem Sharp Storm Strung Wheels WhirlwindJump to Next Accounted Arrows Bent Bow Bows Chariot Counted Feet Flint Hoofs Horses Hurricane Reckoned Rock Rushing Seem Sharp Storm Strung Wheels WhirlwindIsaiah 5 1. Under the parable of a vineyard, God excuses his severe judgment8. His judgments upon covetousness 11. Upon lasciviousness 13. Upon impiety 20. And upon injustice 26. The executioners of God's judgments Their arrows are sharpened This phrase indicates readiness and precision in battle. In ancient warfare, sharpened arrows were essential for effective combat, symbolizing preparedness and the ability to strike with accuracy. The imagery of sharpened arrows can be connected to other biblical passages that speak of God's judgment or the readiness of His people, such as Psalm 7:13, where God prepares His instruments of judgment. The sharpening of arrows also reflects the meticulous preparation of the invading forces, emphasizing the imminent threat they pose. and all their bows are strung The hooves of their horses are like flint their chariot wheels are like a whirlwind Persons / Places / Events 1. IsaiahA major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is the author of the book. He prophesied during the reigns of several kings of Judah and is known for his messages of both judgment and hope. 2. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, which Isaiah primarily addressed. The people of Judah were often warned by Isaiah about impending judgment due to their disobedience to God. 3. Assyrian Army While not explicitly mentioned in this verse, the context of Isaiah 5 includes warnings about foreign invaders, often interpreted as the Assyrian army, known for their military prowess and threat to Judah. 4. Chariots and Horses Symbols of military strength and speed in ancient warfare, representing the formidable nature of the approaching threat. 5. God's Judgment The overarching theme of Isaiah 5, where God uses foreign nations as instruments of His judgment against His people for their unfaithfulness. Teaching Points The Certainty of God's JudgmentGod's warnings through His prophets are not idle threats. The vivid imagery of sharp arrows and swift chariots underscores the certainty and seriousness of His judgment. The Instruments of God's Judgment God can use any means, including foreign nations, to accomplish His purposes. This reminds us of His sovereignty over all nations and events. The Call to Repentance The warnings of impending judgment serve as a call to repentance. Just as Judah was warned, we too are called to examine our lives and turn back to God. The Power of Imagery in Scripture The Bible uses powerful imagery to convey spiritual truths. Reflecting on these images can deepen our understanding of God's messages. Trust in God's Sovereignty Even in the face of judgment, believers can trust in God's ultimate plan and His ability to bring about His purposes for good.Verse 28. - Whose arrows are sharp, and all their bows bent. The special weapon of the Assyrian soldiers is the bow. From the king in his chariot to the light-armed recruit just pressed into the service, all fight mainly with this weapon, more particularly in the earlier times (see 'Ancient Monarchies,' vol. 1. pp. 414, 423, 424-437, etc.). Swords and spears are also known, but comparatively little used. Their horses' hoofs... like flint. Hard, strong, and solid, as was most necessary when shoeing was unknown. Their wheels like a whirlwind. Sennacherib (Isaiah 37:24) is represented as boasting of the "multitude of his chariots;" and both the sculptures and the inscriptions of Assyria show that the chariot throe was numerous, and was regarded as more important than any other. The king always went to battle in a chariot. For the comparison of the rush of chariot-wheels to a whirlwind, see below, Isaiah 66:15; and comp. Jeremiah 4:13). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Their arrowsחִצָּיו֙ (ḥiṣ·ṣāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 2671: A piercer, an arrow, a wound, thunderbolt, the shaft of a, spear are sharpened, שְׁנוּנִ֔ים (šə·nū·nîm) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural Strong's 8150: To point, to pierce, to inculcate and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every their bows קַשְּׁתֹתָ֖יו (qaš·šə·ṯō·ṯāw) Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7198: A bow, for, shooting, the iris are strung. דְּרֻכ֑וֹת (də·ru·ḵō·wṯ) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - feminine plural Strong's 1869: To tread, to walk, to string a, bow The hooves פַּרְס֤וֹת (par·sō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 6541: A claw, split hoof of their horses סוּסָיו֙ (sū·sāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5483: A swallow, swift (type of bird) are like flint; כַּצַּ֣ר (kaṣ·ṣar) Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6862: Narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent their chariot wheels וְגַלְגִּלָּ֖יו (wə·ḡal·gil·lāw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1534: A wheel, a whirlwind, dust [are] like a whirlwind. כַּסּוּפָֽה׃ (kas·sū·p̄āh) Preposition-k, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5492: A storm wind Links Isaiah 5:28 NIVIsaiah 5:28 NLT Isaiah 5:28 ESV Isaiah 5:28 NASB Isaiah 5:28 KJV Isaiah 5:28 BibleApps.com Isaiah 5:28 Biblia Paralela Isaiah 5:28 Chinese Bible Isaiah 5:28 French Bible Isaiah 5:28 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Isaiah 5:28 Whose arrows are sharp and all their (Isa Isi Is) |
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