Isaiah 13:6 meaning and explanation

Wail, for the Day of the LORD is near; it will come as destruction from the Almighty.

Isaiah 13:6, Berean Standard Bible

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Isaiah speaks to Babylon, the great empire of his day, announcing judgment that will fall on her through the Medes (verses 17 to 19). The command to wail is ironic: the proud city that made others tremble is told to cry out.

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