Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood who will be born to you, will be taken away, and they will become eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” New Living Translation ‘Some of your very own sons will be taken away into exile. They will become eunuchs who will serve in the palace of Babylon’s king.’” English Standard Version And some of your own sons, who will come from you, whom you will father, shall be taken away, and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” Berean Standard Bible And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” Berean Literal Bible And from the sons who will come forth from you, whom you will beget, they will take away; and they will be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” King James Bible And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, which thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. New King James Version ‘And they shall take away some of your sons who will descend from you, whom you will beget; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.’ ” New American Standard Bible ‘And some of your sons who will come from you, whom you will father, will be taken away, and they will become eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.’” NASB 1995 And some of your sons who will issue from you, whom you will beget, will be taken away, and they will become officials in the palace of the king of Babylon.’” NASB 1977 ‘And some of your sons who shall issue from you, whom you shall beget, shall be taken away; and they shall become officials in the palace of the king of Babylon.’” Legacy Standard Bible ‘And some of your sons who will issue from you, whom you will beget, will be taken away, and they will become officials in the palace of the king of Babylon.’” Amplified Bible ‘And some of your own sons (descendants) who will come from you, whom you will father, will be taken away, and they will become officials in the palace of the king of Babylon.’” Berean Annotated Bible And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon (confusion by mixing). Christian Standard Bible ‘Some of your descendants—who come from you, whom you father—will be taken away, and they will become eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.’ ” Holman Christian Standard Bible Some of your descendants who come from you will be taken away, and they will become eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.’” American Standard Version And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, whom thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. Contemporary English Version Some of your own sons will be taken to Babylonia, where they will be disgraced and made to serve in the king's palace. English Revised Version And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, which thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. GOD'S WORD® Translation Some of your own descendants will be taken away. They will become officials in the palace of the king of Babylon.'" Good News Translation Some of your own direct descendants will be taken away and made eunuchs to serve in the palace of the king of Babylonia." International Standard Version Then some of your own sons, who will come from your loins, whom you will father, will be taken away to become eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.'" NET Bible Some of your very own descendants whom you father will be taken away and will be made eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.'" New Heart English Bible They will take away your descendants who will issue from you, whom you shall father, and they will be eunuchs in the king of Babylon's palace.'" Webster's Bible Translation And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, which thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” World English Bible ‘They will take away your sons who will issue from you, whom you shall father, and they will be eunuchs in the king of Babylon’s palace.’” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand of your sons who come forth from you, whom you beget, they take, and they have been eunuchs in a palace of the king of Babylon.” Berean Literal Bible And from the sons who will come forth from you, whom you will beget, they will take away; and they will be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” Young's Literal Translation and of thy sons who come forth from thee, whom thou begettest, they take, and they have been eunuchs in a palace of the king of Babylon.' Smith's Literal Translation And from thy sons that shall come forth from thee which thou shalt beget, they shall take; and they were eunuchs in the temple of the king of Babel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd of thy children, that shall issue from thee, whom thou shalt beget, they shall take away, and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. Catholic Public Domain Version And your children, who will issue from you, whom you will produce, they will be taken away. And they will become eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” New American Bible Some of your own descendants, your progeny, shall be taken and made attendants in the palace of the king of Babylon.” New Revised Standard Version Some of your own sons who are born to you shall be taken away; they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd some of your sons that shall issue from you, whom you shall beget, they shall take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And of your children who will proceed from you whom you beget, they shall be taken away and they shall be eunuchs in the temple of the King of Babel OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And of thy sons that shall issue from thee, whom thou shalt beget, shall they take away; and they shall be officers in the palace of the king of Babylon.' Brenton Septuagint Translation that they shall take also of thy children whom thou shalt beget; and they shall make them eunuchs in the house of the king of the Babylonians. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Hezekiah Shows His Treasures…6The time will surely come when everything in your palace and all that your fathers have stored up until this day will be carried off to Babylon. Nothing will be left, says the LORD. 7And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” 8But Hezekiah said to Isaiah, “The word of the LORD that you have spoken is good.” For he thought, “At least there will be peace and security in my lifetime.”… Cross References And some of your descendants 2 Kings 24:12-15 Jehoiachin king of Judah, his mother, his servants, his commanders, and his officials all surrendered to the king of Babylon. So in the eighth year of his reign, the king of Babylon took him captive. / As the LORD had declared, Nebuchadnezzar also carried off all the treasures from the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and he cut into pieces all the gold articles that Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD. / He carried into exile all Jerusalem—all the commanders and mighty men of valor, all the craftsmen and metalsmiths—ten thousand captives in all. Only the poorest people of the land remained. … 2 Chronicles 36:10 In the spring, King Nebuchadnezzar summoned Jehoiachin and brought him to Babylon, along with the articles of value from the house of the LORD. And he made Jehoiachin’s relative Zedekiah king over Judah and Jerusalem. Jeremiah 24:1 After Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon had carried away Jeconiah son of Jehoiakim king of Judah, as well as the officials of Judah and the craftsmen and metalsmiths from Jerusalem, and had brought them to Babylon, the LORD showed me two baskets of figs placed in front of the temple of the LORD. your own flesh and blood Genesis 29:14 Then Laban declared, “You are indeed my own flesh and blood.” After Jacob had stayed with him a month, Judges 9:2 “Please ask all the leaders of Shechem, ‘Is it better for you that seventy men, all the sons of Jerubbaal, rule over you, or just one man?’ Remember that I am your own flesh and blood.” 2 Samuel 5:1 Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. will be taken away Deuteronomy 28:41 You will father sons and daughters, but they will not remain yours, because they will go into captivity. 2 Chronicles 36:20 Those who escaped the sword were carried by Nebuchadnezzar into exile in Babylon, and they became servants to him and his sons until the kingdom of Persia came to power. Jeremiah 52:15 Then Nebuzaradan captain of the guard carried into exile some of the poorest people and those who remained in the city, along with the deserters who had defected to the king of Babylon and the rest of the craftsmen. to be eunuchs Esther 1:10 On the seventh day, when the king’s heart was merry with wine, he ordered the seven eunuchs who served him—Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, Abagtha, Zethar, and Carkas— Daniel 1:7 The chief official gave them new names: To Daniel he gave the name Belteshazzar; to Hananiah, Shadrach; to Mishael, Meshach; and to Azariah, Abednego. Isaiah 56:3-5 Let no foreigner who has joined himself to the LORD say, “The LORD will utterly exclude me from His people.” And let the eunuch not say, “I am but a dry tree.” / For this is what the LORD says: “To the eunuchs who keep My Sabbaths, who choose what pleases Me and hold fast to My covenant— / I will give them, in My house and within My walls, a memorial and a name better than that of sons and daughters. I will give them an everlasting name that will not be cut off. in the palace of the king of Babylon.” Daniel 1:4 young men without blemish, handsome, gifted in all wisdom, knowledgeable, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the king’s palace—and to teach them the language and literature of the Chaldeans. Daniel 5:10 Hearing the outcry of the king and his nobles, the queen entered the banquet hall. “O king, may you live forever!” she said. “Do not let your thoughts terrify you, or your face grow pale. Daniel 4:30 the king exclaimed, “Is this not Babylon the Great, which I myself have built as a royal residence by the might of my power and for the glory of my majesty?” 2 Kings 20:18 And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” Treasury of Scripture And of your sons that shall issue from you, which you shall beget, shall they take away; and they shall be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. of thy sons 2 Kings 24:12 And Jehoiachin the king of Judah went out to the king of Babylon, he, and his mother, and his servants, and his princes, and his officers: and the king of Babylon took him in the eighth year of his reign. 2 Kings 25:6,7 So they took the king, and brought him up to the king of Babylon to Riblah; and they gave judgment upon him… 2 Chronicles 33:11 Wherefore the LORD brought upon them the captains of the host of the king of Assyria, which took Manasseh among the thorns, and bound him with fetters, and carried him to Babylon. they shall be. Daniel 1:2-7 And the Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, with part of the vessels of the house of God: which he carried into the land of Shinar to the house of his god; and he brought the vessels into the treasure house of his god… Jump to Previous Babylon Babylon's Beget Begettest Blood Born Descendants Eunuchs Flesh Forth House Issue Officers Officials Offspring Palace Servants UnsexedJump to Next Babylon Babylon's Beget Begettest Blood Born Descendants Eunuchs Flesh Forth House Issue Officers Officials Offspring Palace Servants UnsexedIsaiah 39 1. Merodach-baladan, sending to visit Hezekiah, has notice of his treasures.3. Isaiah, understanding thereof, foretells the Babylonian captivity. And some of your descendants This phrase indicates a future event concerning the lineage of King Hezekiah. It highlights the personal impact of the prophecy, emphasizing that it will affect his own family line. This prophecy was fulfilled during the Babylonian exile when members of the royal family were taken captive. The mention of "descendants" connects to the broader biblical theme of generational consequences of sin, as seen in Exodus 20:5. your own flesh and blood will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. Persons / Places / Events 1. IsaiahA major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is the one delivering God's message to King Hezekiah in this chapter. 2. Hezekiah The King of Judah at the time, known for his faithfulness to God but also for his pride, which led to the events described in Isaiah 39. 3. Babylon A powerful empire that would later conquer Judah and take its people into exile. This prophecy foreshadows the Babylonian captivity. 4. Descendants of Hezekiah Refers to the future generations of Hezekiah's lineage who will be taken into exile and serve in Babylon. 5. Eunuchs Men who were castrated and often served in royal courts. This term signifies the loss of freedom and identity for Hezekiah's descendants. Teaching Points The Consequences of PrideHezekiah's pride led to a prophecy of future suffering for his descendants. Pride can have long-lasting effects beyond our own lives. God's Sovereignty in Judgment The prophecy demonstrates God's control over nations and history, reminding us that He is sovereign even in judgment. The Importance of Humility Hezekiah's account teaches us the importance of humility and reliance on God rather than our own achievements. Hope in Exile Despite the grim prophecy, God's plan includes eventual restoration, reminding us that hope remains even in difficult circumstances. Intergenerational Impact Our actions can affect future generations, encouraging us to live righteously and seek God's guidance. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 39:7?2. How does Isaiah 39:7 warn about consequences of pride and disobedience? 3. What does Isaiah 39:7 reveal about God's sovereignty over future generations? 4. How can Isaiah 39:7 encourage us to prioritize spiritual legacy over material wealth? 5. What similar warnings are found in other scriptures about future consequences of sin? 6. How can we apply the lesson of Isaiah 39:7 in our daily lives? 7. What does Isaiah 39:7 reveal about God's sovereignty over future events? 8. How does Isaiah 39:7 challenge the concept of free will? 9. Why does God allow the descendants to become eunuchs in Isaiah 39:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 39? 11. Was Daniel considered a eunuch in the Bible? 12. Isaiah 39:5-7: Does Isaiah's prediction of Babylonian captivity conflict with other biblical prophecies or historical chronology? 13. How do interpreters harmonize the restoration promises in Ezekiel 39:21-29 with other Old Testament passages that describe different outcomes for Israel? 14. What does the Bible say about eunuchs? What Does Isaiah 39:7 Mean And some of your descendants• God tells Hezekiah that the judgment will touch his own lineage. This is not a vague threat; it pinpoints the royal house (see 2 Kings 20:18). • The promise to David that his line would endure (2 Samuel 7:12–16) is not revoked, yet discipline will fall on individual descendants. • The warning fulfills earlier covenant cautions: “The LORD will drive you and the king you set over you to a nation unknown to you” (Deuteronomy 28:36). your own flesh and blood • The phrase stresses personal cost. Hezekiah’s pride (Isaiah 39:2) will harm those dearest to him. • Scripture often links a leader’s sin with consequences for offspring (Exodus 20:5; 2 Samuel 12:10–14). • God’s justice is precise; it strikes where the offense began yet preserves the larger messianic promise (Isaiah 11:1). will be taken away • The exile is certain, not hypothetical. Within a century, Babylon carries off Judah’s nobility (2 Kings 24:12–15). • This movement from Jerusalem to Babylon reverses the exodus pattern; instead of freedom from a pagan king, Judah will serve one (Jeremiah 25:11). • God employs foreign powers as instruments of discipline (Habakkuk 1:6). to be eunuchs • The term highlights humiliation and loss of future posterity—ironic for royal heirs. • Daniel and his friends likely exemplify this prophecy (Daniel 1:3–7). Their physical condition underscores total subjugation. • Isaiah earlier foretold that such servants could still receive lasting honor through covenant faithfulness (Isaiah 56:3–5). in the palace of the king of Babylon • The captives will witness pagan splendor firsthand, a stark contrast to the temple they once knew (Psalm 137:1–4). • Yet even in that palace, God will preserve a remnant as witnesses (Daniel 2:48–49). • Babylon’s court setting prepares the stage for future proclamations of God’s supremacy over earthly kings (Daniel 4:34–37). summary Isaiah 39:7 predicts that Hezekiah’s own royal descendants will be exiled to Babylon, stripped of future legacy as eunuchs, and forced to serve in a foreign palace. The verse underscores God’s perfect justice: personal pride invites tangible discipline, yet His larger covenant purposes remain intact. Through exile, God purifies His people, positions faithful witnesses in unexpected places, and keeps His promise that David’s line—and ultimately the Messiah—will endure. Verse 7. - Of thy sons that shall issue from thee. Hezekiah had at the time, probably, no son, since Manasseh, who succeeded him upon the throne, was not born till two years later. Besides Manasseh, he appears to have had a son, Amariah, who was an ancestor of the Prophet Zephaniah (Zephaniah 1:1). He may, of course, have also had others. His descendants, rather than his actual sons, seem to be here intended; and the fulfilment of the prophecy is to be found in Daniel 1:3, where certain "of the king's seed" are mentioned among the Israelites who served as eunuchs in the palace of Nebuchadnezzar.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And some of your descendants,וּמִבָּנֶ֜יךָ (ū·mib·bā·ne·ḵā) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son your מִמְּךָ֛ (mim·mə·ḵā) Preposition | second person masculine singular Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of own flesh and blood, תּוֹלִ֖יד (tō·w·lîḏ) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage will be taken away יִקָּ֑חוּ (yiq·qā·ḥū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3947: To take to be וְהָיוּ֙ (wə·hā·yū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be eunuchs סָרִיסִ֔ים (sā·rî·sîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5631: A eunuch, valet, a minister of state in the palace בְּהֵיכַ֖ל (bə·hê·ḵal) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1964: A large public building, palace, temple of the king מֶ֥לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Babylon.” בָּבֶֽל׃ (bā·ḇel) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 894: Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city Links Isaiah 39:7 NIVIsaiah 39:7 NLT Isaiah 39:7 ESV Isaiah 39:7 NASB Isaiah 39:7 KJV Isaiah 39:7 BibleApps.com Isaiah 39:7 Biblia Paralela Isaiah 39:7 Chinese Bible Isaiah 39:7 French Bible Isaiah 39:7 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Isaiah 39:7 They will take away your sons who (Isa Isi Is) |
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