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Isaiah 34:14

King James Version (KJV)

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The wild beasts of the desert shall also meet with the wild beasts of the island, and the satyr shall cry to his fellow; the screech owl also shall rest there, and find for herself a place of rest.

Isaiah 34:14 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Isaiah 34:14

Theological / Devotional

Satyr. See on ch. 13:21. Verses 11–15 present a highly figurative description of the world in its chaotic state.

The screech owl. Heb. lilith, a word meaning “wicked demon” in Akkadian.

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