Jeremiah 51:49
New International Version
“Babylon must fall because of Israel’s slain, just as the slain in all the earth have fallen because of Babylon.

New Living Translation
“Just as Babylon killed the people of Israel and others throughout the world, so must her people be killed.

English Standard Version
Babylon must fall for the slain of Israel, just as for Babylon have fallen the slain of all the earth.

Berean Standard Bible
“Babylon must fall on account of the slain of Israel, just as the slain of all the earth have fallen because of Babylon.

King James Bible
As Babylon hath caused the slain of Israel to fall, so at Babylon shall fall the slain of all the earth.

New King James Version
As Babylon has caused the slain of Israel to fall, So at Babylon the slain of all the earth shall fall.

New American Standard Bible
Indeed, Babylon is to fall for the slain of Israel, As the slain of all the earth have also fallen for Babylon.

NASB 1995
Indeed Babylon is to fall for the slain of Israel, As also for Babylon the slain of all the earth have fallen.

NASB 1977
Indeed Babylon is to fall for the slain of Israel, As also for Babylon the slain of all the earth have fallen.

Legacy Standard Bible
Indeed Babylon is to fall for the slain of Israel, As also for Babylon the slain of all the earth have fallen.

Amplified Bible
Indeed Babylon is to fall for the slain of Israel, As also for Babylon the slain of all the earth have fallen.

Christian Standard Bible
Babylon must fall because of the slain of Israel, even as the slain of the whole earth fell because of Babylon.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Babylon must fall because of the slain of Israel, even as the slain of all the earth fell because of Babylon.

American Standard Version
As Babylon hath caused the slain of Israel to fall, so at Babylon shall fall the slain of all the land.

Contemporary English Version
Babylon must be overthrown, because it slaughtered the people of Israel and of many other nations.

English Revised Version
As Babylon hath caused the slain of Israel to fall, so at Babylon shall fall the slain of all the land.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Because the people of Babylon have killed many Israelites and because they have killed many people throughout the earth, Babylon must fall.

Good News Translation
Babylonia caused the death of people all over the world, and now Babylonia will fall because it caused the death of so many Israelites. I, the LORD, have spoken."

International Standard Version
"So Babylon will fall because of the slain of Israel, even as the slain of all the earth have fallen because of Babylon.

Majority Standard Bible
“Babylon must fall on account of the slain of Israel, just as the slain of all the earth have fallen because of Babylon.

NET Bible
"Babylon must fall because of the Israelites she has killed, just as the earth's mortally wounded fell because of Babylon.

New Heart English Bible
As Babylon has caused the slain of Israel to fall, so at Babylon shall fall the slain of all the land.

Webster's Bible Translation
As Babylon hath caused the slain of Israel to fall, so at Babylon shall fall the slain of all the earth.

World English Bible
“As Babylon has caused the slain of Israel to fall, so the slain of all the land will fall at Babylon.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
“As Babylon [has caused the] pierced of Israel to fall, "" So they of Babylon have fallen, "" You pierced of all the earth.

Young's Literal Translation
Even Babylon is to fall, ye pierced of Israel, Even they of Babylon have fallen, Ye pierced of all the earth.

Smith's Literal Translation
Also Babel for the falling of the wounded of Israel, also for Babel fell the wounded of all the earth.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And as Babylon caused that there should fall slain in Israel: so of Babylon there shall fall slain in all the earth.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And in the manner that Babylon has caused the slain to fall in Israel, so the slain of Babylon will fall over the entire earth.

New American Bible
Babylon, too, must fall, you slain of Israel, because by the hand of Babylon the slain of all the earth have fallen.

New Revised Standard Version
Babylon must fall for the slain of Israel, as the slain of all the earth have fallen because of Babylon.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And also in Babylon there shall fall the slain of Israel, and the slain of Babylon shall fall all over the earth.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Also in Babel the slain of Israel will fall, also the slain of Babel will fall in all the Earth
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
As Babylon hath caused the slain of Israel to fall, So at Babylon shall fall the slain of all the land.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and in Babylon the slain men of all the earth shall fall.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Babylon's Punishment
48Then heaven and earth and all that is in them will shout for joy over Babylon because the destroyers from the north will come against her,” declares the LORD. 49 Babylon must fall on account of the slain of Israel, just as the slain of all the earth have fallen because of Babylon. 50You who have escaped the sword, depart and do not linger! Remember the LORD from far away, and let Jerusalem come to mind.”…

Cross References
Revelation 18:24
And there was found in her the blood of prophets and saints, and of all who had been slain on the earth.

Revelation 18:20
Rejoice over her, O heaven, and you saints and apostles and prophets, because God has pronounced for you His judgment against her.

Revelation 17:6
I could see that the woman was drunk with the blood of the saints and witnesses for Jesus. And I was utterly amazed at the sight of her.

Revelation 19:2
For His judgments are true and just. He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality. He has avenged the blood of His servants that was poured out by her hand.”

Isaiah 47:1-15
“Go down and sit in the dust, O Virgin Daughter of Babylon. Sit on the ground without a throne, O Daughter of the Chaldeans! For you will no longer be called tender or delicate. / Take millstones and grind flour; remove your veil; strip off your skirt, bare your thigh, and wade through the streams. / Your nakedness will be uncovered and your shame will be exposed. I will take vengeance; I will spare no one.” ...

Isaiah 14:4-23
you will sing this song of contempt against the king of Babylon: How the oppressor has ceased, and how his fury has ended! / The LORD has broken the staff of the wicked, the scepter of the rulers. / It struck the peoples in anger with unceasing blows; it subdued the nations in rage with relentless persecution. ...

Revelation 14:8
Then a second angel followed, saying, “Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great, who has made all the nations drink the wine of the passion of her immorality.”

Revelation 16:6
For they have spilled the blood of saints and prophets, and You have given them blood to drink, as they deserve.”

Revelation 18:6
Give back to her as she has done to others; pay her back double for what she has done; mix her a double portion in her own cup.

Isaiah 13:19-22
And Babylon, the jewel of the kingdoms, the glory of the pride of the Chaldeans, will be overthrown by God like Sodom and Gomorrah. / She will never be inhabited or settled from generation to generation; no nomad will pitch his tent there, no shepherd will rest his flock there. / But desert creatures will lie down there, and howling creatures will fill her houses. Ostriches will dwell there, and wild goats will leap about. ...

Isaiah 21:9
Look, here come the riders, horsemen in pairs.” And one answered, saying: “Fallen, fallen is Babylon! All the images of her gods lie shattered on the ground!”

Jeremiah 50:29
Summon the archers against Babylon, all who string the bow. Encamp all around her; let no one escape. Repay her according to her deeds; do to her as she has done. For she has defied the LORD, the Holy One of Israel.

Jeremiah 50:15
Raise a war cry against her on every side! She has thrown up her hands in surrender; her towers have fallen; her walls are torn down. Since this is the vengeance of the LORD, take out your vengeance upon her; as she has done, do the same to her.

Habakkuk 2:8
Because you have plundered many nations, the remnant of the people will plunder you—because of your bloodshed against man and your violence against the land, the city, and all their dwellers.

Revelation 18:2
And he cried out in a mighty voice: “Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great! She has become a lair for demons and a haunt for every unclean spirit, every unclean bird, and every detestable beast.


Treasury of Scripture

As Babylon has caused the slain of Israel to fall, so at Babylon shall fall the slain of all the earth.

As Babylon, etc.

hath

Jeremiah 51:10,11,24,35
The LORD hath brought forth our righteousness: come, and let us declare in Zion the work of the LORD our God…

Jeremiah 50:11,17,18,29,33,34
Because ye were glad, because ye rejoiced, O ye destroyers of mine heritage, because ye are grown fat as the heifer at grass, and bellow as bulls; …

Judges 1:7
And Adonibezek said, Threescore and ten kings, having their thumbs and their great toes cut off, gathered their meat under my table: as I have done, so God hath requited me. And they brought him to Jerusalem, and there he died.

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Babylon must fall
The phrase "Babylon must fall" is a prophetic declaration of the inevitable downfall of Babylon, a city and empire that symbolizes human pride and opposition to God throughout the Bible. In Hebrew, "Babylon" is "Babel," which means "confusion." Historically, Babylon was a powerful empire known for its grandeur and idolatry, often standing in opposition to God's people. The fall of Babylon is not just a historical event but also a spiritual metaphor for the ultimate defeat of all systems and powers that oppose God. This phrase reassures believers that no matter how powerful evil may seem, God's justice will prevail.

for the slain of Israel
This phrase highlights the reason for Babylon's downfall: the violence and destruction it inflicted upon Israel. The Hebrew word for "slain" is "chalal," which refers to those who have been killed or wounded. Israel, God's chosen people, suffered greatly at the hands of Babylon, particularly during the Babylonian exile. This phrase serves as a reminder of God's justice and His commitment to avenge the wrongs done to His people. It underscores the biblical principle that God is a defender of the oppressed and will hold nations accountable for their actions against His people.

just as the slain of all the earth
Here, the phrase "just as the slain of all the earth" expands the scope of Babylon's guilt beyond Israel to include all nations. Babylon's influence and oppression were not limited to Israel; it was a global power that caused widespread destruction. The Hebrew word for "earth" is "erets," which can mean land, country, or the entire world. This phrase emphasizes the universal nature of Babylon's sin and the comprehensive scope of God's judgment. It serves as a warning to all nations that God sees and will judge all acts of injustice and violence.

have fallen because of Babylon
The concluding phrase "have fallen because of Babylon" ties the fate of the slain to Babylon's actions. The Hebrew root for "fallen" is "naphal," which conveys the idea of being overthrown or destroyed. This phrase indicates that Babylon's aggressive expansion and oppressive rule led to the downfall of many. It serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of unchecked power and pride. In a broader spiritual sense, it points to the ultimate downfall of all systems that oppose God's kingdom. This phrase encourages believers to trust in God's sovereign plan and His promise to bring justice to the earth.

(49) As Babylon hath caused . . .--The interpolated words and the marginal reading indicate that the construction is obscure, but the Authorised version probably comes close to the meaning of the original. The punishment that falls on Babylon comes on account of her slaughter of the Israelites, but in that punishment other nations from all parts of the earth who are mingled with her people should be involved. Perhaps, however. we should read the slain of all the land, as giving more emphatically the law of retribution. The rendering of the margin, "Both Babylon is to fall, O ye slain of Israel, and with Babylon . . ." is adopted by some recent commentators, but gives a less satisfactory meaning.

Verse 49. - As Babylon hath caused, etc. The verse is very difficult. Ewald and others render thus: "Not only must Babylon fall, O ye slain ones of Israel, but slain ones of the whole earth have fallen because of Babylon." But why this address to the slain ones of Israel? Besides, the antithesis indicated in the Hebrew is thereby destroyed. Hell explains the antithesis thus: "Just as Babylon was intent on the fall of slain ones in Israel, so also there fall because of Babylonian slain ones of all the earth," viz. because there are to be found, in the capital of the empire, people from all quarters of the world, who are slain when Babylon is conquered. A better antithesis seems to be gained if we follow the Peshito, and read, at the end of the verse, "in the whole earth." It will then be asserted by the prophet that, just as Babylon was the cause of the slaying of Israelites, so (as a punishment) the Babylonian fugitives shall be slain wherever they may wander.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Babylon
בָּבֶ֕ל (bā·ḇel)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 894: Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city

must fall
לִנְפֹּ֖ל (lin·pōl)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 5307: To fall, lie

on account of the slain
חַֽלְלֵ֣י (ḥal·lê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 2491: Pierced, polluted

of Israel,
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

just as
גַּם־ (gam-)
Conjunction
Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and

the slain
חַֽלְלֵ֥י (ḥal·lê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 2491: Pierced, polluted

of all
כָל־ (ḵāl)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the earth
הָאָֽרֶץ׃ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

have fallen
נָפְל֖וּ (nā·p̄ə·lū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 5307: To fall, lie

because of Babylon.
לְבָבֶ֥ל (lə·ḇā·ḇel)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 894: Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city


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