Jerome : (Verse 7) For the destruction of the impious king, who struck the nations with an incurable wound and cruelly pursued them, all the earth has rested and become silent, which previously was full of turmoil and sedition. — Commentary on Isaiah Jerome : (Verse 7) The whole earth is at rest and quiet; they break forth into singing. How he has rested and been humbled, and all the land has conspired for his downfall, only making the voice of rejoicing heard. — Commentary on Isaiah