Isaiah 14:32

The oracle ends, in a manner characteristic of Isaiah, with a piece of practical advice to the political leaders of the state. Some words have probably dropped out of the first half of the verse.

the messengers of the nation are no doubt Philistine envoys endeavouring to negotiate an alliance with Judah. They are probably to be regarded as actually waiting in Jerusalem while the court deliberates on the expediency of joining the rebellion. The prophet's answer is unhesitating.

that the Lord hath founded Zion A leading principle of Isaiah's later ministry; see on ch. Isaiah 8:18; Isaiah 28:16, and General Introduction, pp. xxxvi, lxii.

the poor of his people Better as R.V., in her shall the afflicted of his people take refuge.