All the kings of the nations, even all of them, lie in glory, every one in his own house.
All the kings of the nations, every single one of them, rest in honor, each one in his own tomb.
This verse is describing how earthly kings are buried with honor and dignity in their own royal tombs.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Isaiah's prophecy about the fall of Babylon's king, likely written during the 8th century BC when Assyria and later Babylon dominated the ancient Near East. In ancient times, kings were typically buried in elaborate tombs with great ceremony and honor, often with treasures and monuments marking their resting places. This verse sets up a contrast with the following verses, which describe how the Babylonian king will not receive such honorable burial.
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