Isaiah 15:1 Meaning
The burden of Moab. Because in the night Ar of Moab is laid waste, and brought to silence; because in the night Kir of Moab is laid waste, and brought to silence;
Context Explained
1The burden of Moab. Because in the night Ar of Moab is laid waste, and brought to silence; because in the night Kir of Moab is laid waste, and brought to silence;
2He is gone up to Bajith, and to Dibon, the high places, to weep: Moab shall howl over Nebo, and over Medeba: on all their heads shall be baldness, and every beard cut off.
3In their streets they shall gird themselves with sackcloth: on the tops of their houses, and in their streets, every one shall howl, weeping abundantly.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Jeremiah 48:1
Both verses address the destruction of Moab.
Isaiah 15:2
This verse elaborates on the calamity facing Moab.
Isaiah 16:6
Isaiah 16:6 contrasts the fate of Moab with God's plans for His people.
Source: Isaiah 15:1