KJV ORIGINAL
Thy pomp is brought down to the grave, and the noise of thy viols: the worm is spread under thee, and the worms cover thee.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Your pride and splendor have been brought down to the grave, along with the sound of your harps. Maggots are spread beneath you, and worms cover you.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how all earthly pride, power, and luxury ultimately end in death and decay.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a prophetic poem about the fall of Babylon's king, likely written during the Babylonian exile (6th century BC). The Babylonians were known for their great wealth, elaborate music, and pompous ceremonies. Isaiah is prophesying that despite all their earthly glory and power, even mighty rulers will face the same fate as everyone else - death and burial.
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