巴比倫的終極預言（賽十三）中英bilingual

巴比倫素來為列國的榮耀，為迦勒底人所矜誇的華美，必像神所傾覆的所多瑪、蛾摩拉一樣。（賽 13：19） 

人類的歷史文明長河中，巴比倫不僅是一座奢華的古城，更是人類企圖脫離神、建立自我榮耀的代名詞。以賽亞書第十三章，充斥著神聖裁決的氛圍，如同一場跨越時空的審判宣告，當世人仍舊沈浸在巴比倫那不可一世的城牆與輝煌時，先知的靈早已看見了它毀滅後的荒涼。這段預言震撼的揭露了一個真理：地上的強權無論如何地堅不可摧，若是建立在驕傲、敗壞與罪惡之上，在「耶和華的日子」面前，終將如蟬翼般瓦解，這也預表了啟示錄中「大巴比倫」最終的傾覆。 

我必激動瑪代人來攻擊他們。瑪代人不注重銀子，也不喜愛金子。（賽 13：17） 

經文描述，巴比倫是列國的榮耀，在當時背景下，其文明、軍事與財富皆處於顛峰，然而這看似堅不可摧的強權，在瑪代大軍的進攻下，瞬間化為烏有。這不禁讓我們反思，日常生活中，我們是否也正汲汲營營地在追求一些看似美好，卻沒有神同在的屬世成就？ 

我必因邪惡刑罰世界，因罪孽刑罰惡人，使驕傲人的狂妄止息，制伏強暴人的狂傲。（賽 13：11） 

神對巴比倫的憤怒，源自於其「目中無神」的狂妄。當一個人開始認為自己能掌握一切、不再需要神的時候，便是傾覆的開端。這也提醒著我們，無論是在職場待人接物，亦或者是教會服事中，都應當時刻持守「謙卑」。感念每日所擁有的氣息與成就，盡是神所賞賜的平安與恩典。  

本章針對巴比倫的預言可以說是一個終極的警示，它提醒著我們，地上沒有永恆的城邑，我們的心應當扎根於真理的磐石，追求那不能震動的國！願神保守我們，在紛擾繁華的炫目馳騁中，撥開雲霧，單單仰望祂。 

所以我們既領受了不能震動的國，就當感恩，照神所喜悅的，用虔誠、敬畏的心事奉神。（來 12：28） 

By 簡伶怡

真耶穌教會石牌教會、天母教會線上講道

石牌教會https://www.youtube.com/@TJChurchShipai

天母教會https://www.youtube.com/c/TJC_Tianmu/featured

The Ultimate Prophecy Against Babylon (Isaiah 13)

May 5, 2026 

“And Babylon, the beauty of kingdoms, the glory of the Chaldeans’ pride, will be as when God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah.” (Isaiah 13:19, NASB 2020)

In the long course of human history and civilization, Babylon was not only a luxurious ancient city, but also a symbol of humanity’s attempt to depart from God and establish its own glory. Isaiah chapter 13 is filled with the atmosphere of divine judgment, like a proclamation that spans across time and space. While people of that age were still immersed in Babylon’s seemingly unbeatable walls and splendor, the prophet had already seen the desolation after its destruction.

This prophecy powerfully reveals a truth: no matter how strong earthly powers may appear, if they are built upon pride, corruption, and sin, they will ultimately collapse like fragile wings before “the day of the LORD.” This also foreshadows the final fall of “Babylon the Great” in the book of Revelation.

“Behold, I am going to stir up the Medes against them, who will not value silver or take pleasure in gold.” (Isaiah 13:17, NASB 2020)

The passage describes Babylon as the glory of nations. In its historical context, its civilization, military strength, and wealth were at their peak. Yet this seemingly unshakable empire was suddenly brought to nothing by the invasion of the Medes. This leads us to reflect: in our daily lives, are we also striving after things that appear desirable, yet lack the presence of God?

“Thus I will punish the world for its evil and the wicked for their wrongdoing; I will also put an end to the audacity of the proud and abase the arrogance of the tyrants.” (Isaiah 13:11, NASB 2020)

God’s anger toward Babylon arose from its arrogance that had no regard for Him. When a person begins to think that they can control everything and no longer need God, that is the beginning of downfall. This reminds us that whether in the workplace or in church service, we must always maintain humility. We should remember that every breath we take and every achievement we have are gifts of peace and grace from God.

This chapter serves as an ultimate warning. It reminds us that there is no eternal city on earth. Our hearts should be rooted in the Rock of truth, seeking the kingdom that cannot be shaken. May God keep us, so that amid the dazzling distractions of this world, we may see clearly and look to Him alone.

“Therefore, since we receive a kingdom which cannot be shaken, let’s show gratitude, by which we may offer to God an acceptable service with reverence and awe.” (Hebrews 12:28, NASB 2020)

By Jian Lingyi