Commentaries:Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
<< Isaiah 23:7 Isaiah 23:9 >>
Isaiah 23:8
Who—answered in Isaiah 23:9, "The Lord of hosts."
crowning—crown-giving; that is, the city from which dependent kingdoms had arisen, as Tartessus in Spain, Citium in Cyprus, and Carthage in Africa (Ezekiel 27:33).
traffickers—literally, "Canaanites," who were famed for commerce (compare Hosea 12:7, Margin).
Other Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown entries containing Isaiah 23:8:
<< Isaiah 23:7 Isaiah 23:9 >> DISCLAIMER: Church of the Great God (CGG) provides these resources to aid the individual in studying the Bible. However, it is up to the individual to "prove all things, and hold fast to that which is good" (I Thessalonians 5:21). The content of these resources does not necessarily reflect the views of CGG. They are provided for information purposes only.
Join 138,453+ readers
A Verse and a Thought,
Every Morning
Consistent Bible study is hard to start.
The Berean gives you the starting point: one scripture and a focused commentary in your inbox each morning — read it in minutes, or go as deep as you like.
Free, daily, and spam-free. We never share your address. Unsubscribe anytime.