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Isaiah 16:14 net — Now the LORD makes this announcement:“Within exactly three years Moab’s splendor will disappear, along with all her man…

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"Now the LORD makes this announcement:“Within exactly three years Moab’s splendor will disappear, along with all her many people; there will be just a few, insignificant survivors left.”"

— Isaiah 16:14, NET Bible

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Isaiah 16 — Context

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So my heart constantly sighs for Moab, like the strumming of a harp, my inner being sighs for Kir Hareseth.

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When the Moabites plead with all their might at their high places, and enter their temples to pray, their prayers will be ineffective!

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This is the message the LORD previously announced about Moab.

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Now the LORD makes this announcement:“Within exactly three years Moab’s splendor will disappear, along with all her many people; there will be just a few, insignificant survivors left.”

Isaiah 16:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 16:14 say?
Isaiah 16:14 in the NET Bible reads: “Now the LORD makes this announcement:“Within exactly three years Moab’s splendor will disappear, along with all her many people; there will be just a few, insignificant survivors left.””
Where is Isaiah 16:14 in the Bible?
Isaiah 16:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 16, verse 14.
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 16:14.
What translation should I read Isaiah 16:14 in?
Isaiah 16:14 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 16:14?
Isaiah 16:14 reads (NET): “Now the LORD makes this announcement:“Within exactly three years Moab’s splendor will disappear, along with all her many people; there will be just a few, insignificant survivors left.”” 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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