Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Isaiah 13:1-6 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

1. This is the message that I was given about Babylon:

2. From high on a barren hillgive a signal, shout the orders,and point the wayto enter the gatesof Babylon's proud rulers.

3. The Lord has commandedhis very best warriorsand his proud heroesto show how angry he is.

4. Listen to the noisy crowdson the mountains!Kingdoms and nationsare joining forces.The Lord All-Powerfulis bringing togetheran army for battle.

5. From a distant landthe Lord is comingfierce and furious—he brings his weaponsto destroy the earth.

6. Cry and weep!The day is comingwhen the mighty Lordwill bring destruction.