Isaiah 14:8 kjv
Yea, the fir trees rejoice at thee, and the cedars of Lebanon, saying, Since thou art laid down, no feller is come up against us.
Isaiah 14:8 nkjv
Indeed the cypress trees rejoice over you, And the cedars of Lebanon, Saying, 'Since you were cut down, No woodsman has come up against us.'
Isaiah 14:8 niv
Even the junipers and the cedars of Lebanon gloat over you and say, "Now that you have been laid low, no one comes to cut us down."
Isaiah 14:8 esv
The cypresses rejoice at you, the cedars of Lebanon, saying, 'Since you were laid low, no woodcutter comes up against us.'
Isaiah 14:8 nlt
Even the trees of the forest ?
the cypress trees and the cedars of Lebanon ?
sing out this joyous song:
'Since you have been cut down,
no one will come now to cut us down!'
Isaiah 14 8 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 14:8 | All the fir trees rejoice over thee, and the cedars of Lebanon, saying, Since thou art laid down, no feller is come up against us. | Isa 14:8 |
| 10:34 | And he shall cut down the thickets of the forest with iron, and Lebanon shall fall by a mighty one. | Isa 10:34 |
| 37:24 | By thy messengers thou hast reproached the Lord, and hast said, With the multitude of my chariots am I come up to the height of the mountains, to the sides of Lebanon: and I will cut down the tall cedar thereof, and the choice fir tree thereof: and I will go into the height of his border, and the forest of his Carmel. | Isa 37:24 |
| Jer 22:6 | For thus saith the LORD of the house of Judah; Thou art Gilead unto me, and the head of Lebanon: if I do not make thee a wilderness, and cities which are not inhabited. | Jer 22:6 |
| Jer 50:19 | And I will bring Israel again to his habitation, and he shall feed on Carmel and Bashan, and his soul shall be satisfied upon mount Ephraim and Gilead. | Jer 50:19 |
| Jer 51:45 | My people, go ye out from the midst of her, and let every man save his life from the fierce anger of the LORD. | Jer 51:45 |
| Ezek 31:3 | Behold, the Assyrian was a cedar in Lebanon with fair branches, and with a shadowing shroud, and of an high stature; and his top was among the boughs. | Ezek 31:3 |
| Ezek 31:4 | Waters made him tall, the deep set him up on high with her rivers running round about his planting, and his channels that he might take the up unto all the trees of the field. | Ezek 31:4 |
| Ezek 31:5 | Therefore his height was exalted above all the trees of the field, and his boughs were multiplied, and his branches became long because of the abundance of waters, in his planting. | Ezek 31:5 |
| Ezek 31:6 | All the fowls of heaven made their nests in his boughs, and under his branches did all the beasts of the field bring forth their young, and under his shadow dwelt all great nations. | Ezek 31:6 |
| Ezek 31:7 | Thus was he fair in his greatness in the length of his branches: for his root was by great waters. | Ezek 31:7 |
| Ezek 31:8 | The cedars in the garden of God could not hide him: the fir trees were not like his boughs, and the chesnut trees were not like his branches; nor any tree in the garden of God was like unto him in his beauty. | Ezek 31:9 |
| Ezek 31:9 | I have made him fair by reason of the multitude of his branches: so that all the trees of Eden, that were in the garden of God, envied him. | Ezek 31:9 |
| Ezek 31:12 | And strangers, the terrible of the nations, have cut him off, and have cast him to the mountains, and his boughs are fallen, and his branches are broken, and his leaves are scattered upon the mountains and in all the valleys of the land: and all the people of the earth are gone down from his shadow, and have cast him down. | Ezek 31:12 |
| Ezek 31:13 | Upon his ruin shall all the fowls of the heaven dwell, and all the beasts of the field shall be upon his branches: | Ezek 31:13 |
| Ezek 31:14 | To the end that none of all the trees by the waters exalt themselves for their height, neither shoot up their top among the boughs, neither stand up in their height, all that drink water: for God hath delivered them to death, to the inward parts of the earth, in the midst of the children of men, with them that go down into the pit. | Ezek 31:14 |
| Zech 11:2 | Howl, fir tree; for the cedar is fallen, because the mighty are spoiled: howl, O ye oaks of Bashan; for the forest of the vintage is come down. | Zech 11:2 |
| Rev 18:10 | Standing afar off for the fear of her torment, saying, Alas, alas, that great city Babylon, that mighty city! for in one hour is thy judgment come. | Rev 18:10 |
| Rev 18:11 | And the merchants of the earth shall weep and mourn over her; for no man buyeth their merchandise any more: | Rev 18:11 |
| Rev 18:17 | For in one hour so great riches is come to nought. And every shipmaster, and all the company in ships, and sailors, and as many as trade by sea, stood afar off, | Rev 18:17 |
| Rev 18:19 | And they cast dust on their heads, and cried, weeping and wailing, saying, Alas, alas, that great city, wherein were all that have ships on the sea made rich by reason of her excellency; for in one hour she is made desolate. | Rev 18:19 |
Isaiah 14 verses
Isaiah 14 8 Meaning
All pine trees rejoice over you, O felled cedar. They remark that because you are laid low, no tree in Lebanon can stand up against us.
Isaiah 14 8 Context
This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy against the king of Babylon. It describes the aftermath of Babylon's downfall. The imagery shifts from the mighty king himself to the rejoicing of the natural world, specifically the trees of Lebanon. Lebanon was renowned for its majestic cedar trees. The "felled cedar" and the "pine trees" (often interpreted as other strong trees like firs) represent entities that were once intimidated or overshadowed by the king of Babylon's power. His destruction means they are no longer threatened. This sets the stage for a broader lament and rejoicing over the fall of a powerful, oppressive entity. The immediate context is the king of Babylon's pride and his self-comparison to God, which leads to his destined downfall.
Isaiah 14 8 Word Analysis
All (כָּל - kol): Signifies the entirety of a group, encompassing every individual within it.
pine trees (בְּרוֹשׁ - berosh): The Hebrew word likely refers to the cypress or perhaps the fir tree, known for its evergreen nature and straightness, often symbolizing strength or longevity.
rejoice (גָּלַל - galal): Literally means "to roll" or "to heap up," but in this context, it conveys a sense of exuberant gladness and celebration.
over thee (עָלֶיךָ - aleka): Directly addressing the fallen entity.
O felled (קַצּוּב - katsuv): Indicates being cut down, felled, or destroyed.
cedar (אֶרֶז - erez): The majestic cedar of Lebanon, a symbol of strength, loftiness, royalty, and permanence in the ancient Near East.
of Lebanon (לְבָנוֹן - lebanon): Referring to the mountain range famous for its excellent cedar forests, symbolizing prosperity and grandeur.
Saying (לֵאמֹר - le'mor): Introduces the words spoken by the rejoicing trees.
Since thou art laid down (יָרַד לָנוּ - yarad lanu): Literally "has come down to us" or "has descended to us," emphasizing the complete fall and cessation of power.
No feller (לֹא־קוֹצֵץ - lo-kotez): Means "no cutter," signifying the absence of an aggressor or someone to bring them down.
is come up (עָלָה - alah): Referring to ascent or advancement; here, it means no one who could threaten them has risen against them.
against us (בָּנוּ - banu): Directed towards the speakers, the trees themselves.
Word Group Analysis:
- "All the pine trees rejoice over thee, and the cedars of Lebanon": This paints a picture of nature itself acknowledging and celebrating the downfall of a powerful, oppressive entity. The choice of specific trees from Lebanon emphasizes the significance of what has been brought low, as Lebanon’s cedars were the epitome of arboreal strength.
- "Saying, Since thou art laid down, no feller is come up against us": This phrase captures the essence of relief. The "feller" represents any aggressor or oppressor. The fallen entity was a threat to all; its removal means safety and freedom from future threats for those represented by the trees.
Isaiah 14 8 Bonus Section
The hyperbole in this verse, where trees "speak" and "rejoice," is characteristic of Hebrew prophetic literature and poetry, particularly in "oracles against the nations." This anthropomorphism serves to amplify the magnitude of the event and the universality of its impact. The fall of a world empire is not just a political event but has implications felt throughout creation. The specific mention of Lebanon and its trees emphasizes the preciousness and the heights of power that were once associated with the entity being judged. This imagery is echoed in prophetic judgments against other powerful, arrogant entities, notably Babylon in the New Testament (Revelation 18), highlighting a consistent theme of divine retribution against oppressive world powers.
Isaiah 14 8 Commentary
Isaiah 14:8 depicts the relief felt by lesser or overshadowed entities when a great oppressor is destroyed. The trees of Lebanon, particularly the cedars, were symbols of great power and prominence. Their felling signifies a removal of a tyrannical force. The "pine trees" (likely fir or cypress) that rejoice represent those who were previously dominated or threatened by this power. The downfall of the proud king of Babylon, compared to a magnificent cedar, brings liberation and a cessation of fear for the surrounding nations and natural world, as there is no longer a potent enemy to "cut down" or oppress them. This speaks to the eventual triumph of divine justice over arrogance and tyranny.