Isaiah 33:7 kjv
Behold, their valiant ones shall cry without: the ambassadors of peace shall weep bitterly.
Isaiah 33:7 nkjv
Surely their valiant ones shall cry outside, The ambassadors of peace shall weep bitterly.
Isaiah 33:7 niv
Look, their brave men cry aloud in the streets; the envoys of peace weep bitterly.
Isaiah 33:7 esv
Behold, their heroes cry in the streets; the envoys of peace weep bitterly.
Isaiah 33:7 nlt
But now your brave warriors weep in public.
Your ambassadors of peace cry in bitter disappointment.
Isaiah 33 7 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 33:7 | Behold, their brave ones cry out in the street; | Isa 33:7 (Self) |
| Isaiah 33:7 | The ambassadors of peace weep bitterly. | Isa 33:7 (Self) |
| Isaiah 33:14 | Who among us can dwell with the devouring fire? Who among us can dwell with everlasting burnings? | Isa 33:14 (Warning) |
| Psalm 58:10 | The righteous shall rejoice when he sees the vengeance; he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked. | Ps 58:10 (Rejoicing in Judgment) |
| Psalm 107:42 | The upright shall see and rejoice, and all iniquity shall stop her mouth. | Ps 107:42 (Observation & Silence) |
| Revelation 18:20 | Rejoice over her, O heaven, and you holy apostles and prophets, and you holy people, for God has avenged you on her! | Rev 18:20 (Heavenly Rejoicing) |
| Isaiah 41:10 | Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. | Isa 41:10 (God's Help) |
| Jeremiah 31:6 | For there shall be a day when the watchmen will cry on Mount Ephraim: 'Arise, and let us go up to Zion to the LORD our God.' | Jer 31:6 (Call to Zion) |
| Jeremiah 46:28 | Fear not, O Jacob my servant, for I am with you; it shall be an escape for Jacob. | Jer 46:28 (God's Presence) |
| Lamentations 1:18 | The LORD is righteous, but we rebelled against his commandment. O all peoples, hear and see my suffering; my young women and my young men have gone into captivity. | Lam 1:18 (God's Righteousness) |
| Luke 19:37-40 | ...And when he drew near, the road, seeing the whole multitude of his disciples begin to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen... | Lk 19:37-40 (Jesus' Entry) |
| Psalm 2:4 | He who sits in the heavens laughs; the Lord holds them in derision. | Ps 2:4 (Divine Contempt) |
| Isaiah 6:5 | Then I said: "Woe is me! For I am lost; for I am a man of unclean lips, and my dwelling among people of unclean lips; yet my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts!" | Isa 6:5 (Revelation of God) |
| Psalm 76:10 | Surely the wrath of man shall praise you; the remainder of wrath you will restrain. | Ps 76:10 (God's Sovereignty) |
| Revelation 19:1-3 | After this I heard what seemed to be the voice of a great multitude in heaven, crying out, "Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God, for his judgments are true and righteous." | Rev 19:1-3 (Heavenly Praise) |
| Isaiah 10:24-25 | Therefore thus says the Lord, the LORD of hosts: "O my people, who dwell in Zion, do not fear the Assyrian, though he smite you with a rod and lift his staff against you, as Egypt did. For yet a very little while, and indignation will cease, and my anger will be directed to their destruction." | Isa 10:24-25 (Assurance) |
| Habakkuk 3:16 | I hear, and my body trembles; my lips quiver at the sound; rottenness enters my bones; my legs beneath me tremble. I wait for the day of trouble to come on the people who invade us. | Hab 3:16 (Trembling Witness) |
| Matthew 11:15 | He who has ears to hear, let him hear. | Mt 11:15 (Call to Hear) |
| Revelation 21:4 | He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away. | Rev 21:4 (Future Comfort) |
| Romans 11:20 | ...but you were broken off by their faithlessness, and I have taken their place by faith. | Rom 11:20 (Faithlessness) |
| Revelation 16:6 | For they have poured out the blood of the saints and prophets, and you have given them blood to drink, for they are worthy. | Rev 16:6 (Judgment of Enemies) |
Isaiah 33 verses
Isaiah 33 7 Meaning
When the righteous see the judgments executed, they rejoice and give thanks, knowing that God's justice has prevailed over their oppressors.
Isaiah 33 7 Context
This verse is found within Isaiah chapter 33, a chapter that speaks of God's judgment upon oppressors and His eventual deliverance of Zion. The immediate context describes the scene after a divine judgment has been carried out. Those who represent peace and diplomacy (ambassadors of peace) are seen weeping bitterly because their efforts to negotiate or avoid conflict have failed, likely due to the actions of those who were judged. The implication is that the enemies of God's people, despite their supposed diplomatic maneuvers or military might, are overcome by divine judgment. This verse contrasts with the expected rejoicing of the righteous who witness God's vindication.
Isaiah 33 7 Word Analysis
- Behold (הִנֵּה - hinneh): This interjection draws attention to what follows, urging the listener to notice the revealed situation. It signifies a moment of direct observation and realization.
- their (כָּל־ - kol): In this context, it refers to the people previously mentioned in the prophecy, the adversaries or oppressors of Judah.
- brave ones (גִּבּוֹרַיִךְ - gibboreyikh): Translates to "your mighty ones" or "your valiant ones." In this context, it ironically refers to the warriors or leaders of the enemy, those who were considered powerful and strong. It highlights their downfall.
- cry out (צָעֲקוּ - tsa'aqū): A strong verb indicating a cry, a loud call, often of distress, pain, or alarm. Here, it signifies the anguished outcry of the defeated enemy.
- in the street (בַּחוּצָה - baḥūtsāh): Indicates public spaces, thoroughfares. Their cry is not hidden but openly expressed in the city's public areas, signifying their public shame and defeat.
- The ambassadors (מַלְאֲכֵי - mal'akhey): "Messengers" or "emissaries." These are diplomatic representatives.
- of peace (שָׁלוֹם - shalom): Implies those sent to establish or negotiate peace. However, given the context of judgment, their "peace" may have been superficial or an instrument of deception.
- weep bitterly (בָּכוּ בַכֵּה - bakū bākhēh): This repetition of the root for "weep" intensifies the expression of grief and sorrow. It signifies profound lamentation and despair.
Words-group analysis:
- "Behold, their brave ones cry out in the street;": This phrase vividly depicts the sudden and public collapse of the enemy's strength. Their mighty men, previously intimidating, are now crying out in public anguish.
- "The ambassadors of peace weep bitterly.": This is a striking paradox. Those sent to broker or maintain peace are now in despair. Their "peace" has been shattered by divine judgment, leading to profound sorrow, possibly because their diplomatic efforts were undermined or they themselves were instruments of deceit now exposed and judged.
Isaiah 33 7 Bonus Section
The Hebrew term for "brave ones" (gibborim) carries connotations of strength, might, and sometimes heroism. To see these individuals crying out in the street in despair underscores the totality of God's judgment; it breaks even the strongest opposition. The "ambassadors of peace" weeping bitterly serves as a strong contrast. In a time of conflict, their role would be to de-escalate or negotiate. Their weeping suggests the utter failure of these diplomatic efforts and the terrible consequence of the ensuing divine judgment, impacting even those who ostensibly worked for peace, perhaps because their peace was not aligned with God's righteousness. The scene powerfully illustrates God's sovereignty in executing justice, leading to despair for His enemies and vindication for His people.
Isaiah 33 7 Commentary
This verse offers a stark image of divine judgment falling upon the ungodly. The powerful warriors of the oppressing nation are shown in public distress, their might rendered useless. More poignant is the scene of "ambassadors of peace" weeping bitterly. This suggests that attempts at diplomacy, perhaps even based on deceit or appeasement, have failed, and the covenant breakers, or those who promote a false peace, are themselves caught in the ruin brought by God's justice. The righteous, by contrast, are implied to be observing this judgment, finding vindication and peace through God's righteous acts, even as their former oppressors lament. It's a reminder that true peace comes from God and His justice, not from the machinations of the wicked.