They that fled stood under the shadow of Heshbon because of the force: but a fire shall come forth out of Heshbon, and a flame from the midst of Sihon, and shall devour the corner of Moab, and the crown of the head of the tumultuous ones.
Those who ran away stood under Heshbon's protection because of the strong force. But a fire will come from Heshbon and a flame from Sihon, burning the part of Moab and the leaders causing trouble.