Isaiah 14:9 web — Sheol from beneath has moved for you to meet you at your coming. It stirs up the dead for you, even all the rulers of t…

World English Bible

"Sheol from beneath has moved for you to meet you at your coming. It stirs up the dead for you, even all the rulers of the earth. It has raised up from their thrones all the kings of the nations."

— Isaiah 14:9, World English Bible

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Isaiah 14 — Context

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who struck the peoples in wrath with a continual stroke, who ruled the nations in anger, with a persecution that none restrained.

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The whole earth is at rest, and is quiet. They break out song.

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Yes, the fir trees rejoice with you, with the cedars of Lebanon, saying, "Since you are humbled, no lumberjack has come up against us."

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Sheol from beneath has moved for you to meet you at your coming. It stirs up the dead for you, even all the rulers of the earth. It has raised up from their thrones all the kings of the nations.

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They all will answer and ask you, "Have you also become as weak as we are? Have you become like us?"

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Your pomp is brought down to Sheol, with the sound of your stringed instruments. Maggots are spread out under you, and worms cover you.

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How you have fallen from heaven, morning star, son of the dawn! How you are cut down to the ground, who laid the nations low!

Isaiah 14:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 14:9 say?
Isaiah 14:9 in the World English Bible reads: “Sheol from beneath has moved for you to meet you at your coming. It stirs up the dead for you, even all the rulers of the earth. It has raised up from their thrones all the kings of the nations.”
Where is Isaiah 14:9 in the Bible?
Isaiah 14:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 14, verse 9.
Who wrote Isaiah?
Isaiah is traditionally attributed to Isaiah son of Amoz. Many critical scholars propose multiple authors ("Deutero-" and "Trito-Isaiah") for chapters 40–66; conservative scholarship holds to single Isaianic authorship. It was written c. 740–680 BC.
What is the book of Isaiah about?
Isaiah is the most quoted prophet in the New Testament — a sweeping vision of God's holiness, Judah's sin, coming judgment, and a promised Servant who would bear the iniquity of many. From "Holy, holy, holy" to "by his stripes we are healed," Isaiah speaks the gospel before the gospel.
What are the major themes of Isaiah?
Isaiah explores themes including Holiness, Judgment, Servant of the LORD, Hope, Salvation, Restoration. These themes shape the meaning and context of Isaiah 14:9.
What translation should I read Isaiah 14:9 in?
Isaiah 14:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Isaiah 14:9?
Isaiah 14:9 reads (WEB): “Sheol from beneath has moved for you to meet you at your coming. It stirs up the dead for you, even all the rulers of the earth. It has raised up from their thrones all the kings of the nations.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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