Isaiah 50:9 kjv
Behold, the Lord GOD will help me; who is he that shall condemn me? lo, they all shall wax old as a garment; the moth shall eat them up.
Isaiah 50:9 nkjv
Surely the Lord GOD will help Me; Who is he who will condemn Me? Indeed they will all grow old like a garment; The moth will eat them up.
Isaiah 50:9 niv
It is the Sovereign LORD who helps me. Who will condemn me? They will all wear out like a garment; the moths will eat them up.
Isaiah 50:9 esv
Behold, the Lord GOD helps me; who will declare me guilty? Behold, all of them will wear out like a garment; the moth will eat them up.
Isaiah 50:9 nlt
See, the Sovereign LORD is on my side!
Who will declare me guilty?
All my enemies will be destroyed
like old clothes that have been eaten by moths!
Isaiah 50 9 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 42:1 | Behold my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen, in whom my soul delights | Isaiah 42:1 (Fulfillment) |
| Isaiah 49:8 | Thus says the Lord, “In an acceptable time I have answered you | Isaiah 49:8 (Divine Answer) |
| Isaiah 53:10 | Yet it was the Lord’s will to crush him; he has put him to grief | Isaiah 53:10 (God's Will) |
| Psalm 119:43 | Take not the word of truth utterly out of my mouth, for in your rules I hope | Psalm 119:43 (Hope in God) |
| Psalm 23:4 | Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me | Psalm 23:4 (God's Presence) |
| Romans 8:31 | What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? | Romans 8:31 (God's Alliance) |
| 1 Corinthians 1:27 | But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise, God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong | 1 Corinthians 1:27 (God's Strength) |
| Hebrews 12:2 | looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame | Hebrews 12:2 (Enduring Shame) |
| 1 Peter 4:13 | But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is revealed | 1 Peter 4:13 (Sharing Sufferings) |
| John 8:29 | And he who sent me is with me. The Father has not left me alone, for I am doing always the things that please him | John 8:29 (Jesus' Father) |
| Jeremiah 1:17 | But you, dress yourself for action, and arise, and speak to them all that I command you. Do not be dismayed by them, lest I dismay you before them | Jeremiah 1:17 (Divine Commission) |
| Job 11:14-15 | If iniquity is in your hand, put it away, and let not error dwell in your tent. Surely then you would lift up your face without blemish | Job 11:14-15 (Face without Blame) |
| Psalm 50:15 | call on me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me | Psalm 50:15 (Deliverance) |
| Psalm 56:11 | in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can man do to me? | Psalm 56:11 (Trust, No Fear) |
| Lamentations 3:27-30 | It is good for a man that he bear the yoke in his youth. Let him sit alone in silence when the yoke is put on him | Lamentations 3:27-30 (Yoke Bearing) |
| Zephaniah 3:5 | The Lord within her is righteous; he does no injustice; he shows forth his justice every morning | Zephaniah 3:5 (Lord's Righteousness) |
| Philippians 2:8 | and being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross | Philippians 2:8 (Obedience unto Death) |
| Colossians 3:1 | If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God | Colossians 3:1 (Raised with Christ) |
| Romans 5:1 | Therefore, since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ | Romans 5:1 (Justified by Faith) |
| 1 John 4:4 | You are from God, little children, and have overcome them, because he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world | 1 John 4:4 (Greater is He in You) |
| Isaiah 50:7 | For the Lord God helps me; therefore I shall not be put to shame; therefore I have set my face like a flint; and I know that I shall not be put to shame. | Isaiah 50:7 (Repetition for emphasis) |
Isaiah 50 verses
Isaiah 50 9 Meaning
The Lord God helps me; therefore I shall not be put to shame; therefore I have set my face like a flint; and I know that I shall not be put to shame.
Isaiah 50 9 Context
Isaiah 50 is part of the Servant Songs in Isaiah, which describe a suffering servant who ultimately brings salvation. This chapter portrays the servant facing rejection and humiliation, yet remaining steadfast. The immediate context leading up to verse 9 highlights the servant's unwavering commitment despite accusations and physical abuse. The larger historical context of Isaiah involves the Babylonian exile, a time when Israel was undergoing immense suffering and questioning God's faithfulness. The prophetic message offers hope and assurance that God is with His people and will ultimately vindicate them. This passage specifically addresses the servant's internal resolve and external vindication by God.
Isaiah 50 9 Word analysis
אֲ֠נִ֛֠י (’ă·nî): "I". Emphasizes personal reliance.
עֶ֠זֶר (‘e·zɛr): "helper". A significant noun for divine assistance.
לִ֥י (lî): "to me" or "for me". Direct statement of possession of the helper.
הָֽאָד֧וֹן (hā·’ā·ḏôn): "The Lord God". LORD is Yahweh, the covenant name. God is Elohim. Both combined signifies the sovereign, relational God.
יִסְמָכֵ֑נִי (yis·mə·ḵē·nî): "He upholds me" or "He sustains me". Verb forms indicate God's active, continuous support.
עַל־כֵּ֕ן (‘al–kên): "Therefore". Consequential link showing the direct result of God's help.
ב֛וֹשׁ (bō·wəš): "ashamed" or "put to shame". Refers to disgrace or humiliation.
לֹֽא־ (lōʾ-): "not". Absolute negation.
אֶתְכַּלֵּֽם (’et·kal·lêm): "be ashamed" or "be put to shame". More intense form of shame. The prefix 'et' often marks the direct object, but here with "bosh" signifies a state of being.
לָכֵ֗ן (lā·ḵên): "Therefore". Another strong connector indicating consequence.
שַׂ֥מְתִּי (śam·tî): "I have set" or "I have placed". Perfect tense indicates a completed action of determination.
פָּנַ֣י (pā·naî): "my face". Symbolizes resolve, direction, and will.
כְּצ֛וּר (kə·ṣūr): "like a flint". "Tzur" refers to a rock or a firm stone, implying unyielding determination and firmness. "K" is a preposition meaning "like" or "as".
חָלָ֑ם (ḥā·lām): The word chalam means a stone, particularly flint, known for its hardness. This is a critical word for conveying resolute steadfastness.
וָאֵדַ֖ע (wā·’ê·ḏa‘): "and I know". Indicates certainty and conviction.
כִּ֚י (kî): "that" or "because". Introduces the certainty.
לֹא־ (lōʾ-): "not". Again, absolute negation.
אֶתְבּוֹשָֽׁשׁ: (’et·bō·wōš): "be ashamed". Future tense of the same concept as in verse 7, reinforcing the unshakeable confidence.
Emphasis on God's support: The repetition of "Therefore" (
al-ken,lakhen) underscores the causal link between God's help and the servant's unyielding posture.Metaphor of the flint: "Like flint" (
kə·ṣūr ḥā·lām) paints a vivid picture of unbreakable resolve, contrasting with the fragility of those who would shame the servant.Personal certainty: The inclusion of "I" (
’anî) and "I know" (wā·’ê·ḏa‘) highlights the intimate, personal nature of the servant's faith and conviction.
Isaiah 50 9 Bonus section
The imagery of the "flint" (צור חלם) is particularly striking. Flint is a hard, brittle stone that can be struck to create sparks, symbolizing resilience and the ability to generate light or fire even in difficult circumstances. In this context, it powerfully represents an unbreakable resolve in the face of opposition. The concept of not being put to shame is a core theme in scripture, where faithfulness to God, even through suffering, ultimately leads to vindication and glory, rather than humiliation. This is famously demonstrated in the life of Jesus Christ, who endured the cross, despising the shame, and is now seated at the right hand of God. His experience serves as the ultimate fulfillment and echo of these words.
Isaiah 50 9 Commentary
This verse expresses the profound confidence of the Servant, confident in the active, divine support of the Lord God. This assurance empowers him to remain resolute in the face of persecution and rejection. The imagery of setting his face like flint signifies an unwavering determination, an unyielding spirit impervious to shame or discouragement. The servant knows with certainty that because God is with him and sustains him, his ultimate vindication is guaranteed. This confidence is not based on his own strength but entirely on the power and faithfulness of the Lord.