Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 14:2
2. the people—of Babylon, primarily. Of the whole Gentile world ultimately (Isaiah 49:22; Isaiah 66:20; Isaiah 60:9). their place—Judea (Isaiah 60:9- :). possess—receive in possession. captives—not by physical, but by moral might; the force of love, and regard to Israel's God (Isaiah 60:14). read more
E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 14:2
the people = peoples. their place = their own place. See Isaiah 49:22 ; Isaiah 60:9 ; Isaiah 66:20 . the house of Israel. See note on Isaiah 5:7 . possess them. For servants and handmaids. This is to be fulfilled at a later day: still future (Isaiah 49:23 ; Isaiah 60:9-14 ; Isaiah 61:5 ). oppressors. Compare Isaiah 60:14 . read more