Isaiah 58:14 kjv
Then shalt thou delight thyself in the LORD; and I will cause thee to ride upon the high places of the earth, and feed thee with the heritage of Jacob thy father: for the mouth of the LORD hath spoken it.
Isaiah 58:14 nkjv
Then you shall delight yourself in the LORD; And I will cause you to ride on the high hills of the earth, And feed you with the heritage of Jacob your father. The mouth of the LORD has spoken."
Isaiah 58:14 niv
then you will find your joy in the LORD, and I will cause you to ride in triumph on the heights of the land and to feast on the inheritance of your father Jacob." The mouth of the LORD has spoken.
Isaiah 58:14 esv
then you shall take delight in the LORD, and I will make you ride on the heights of the earth; I will feed you with the heritage of Jacob your father, for the mouth of the LORD has spoken."
Isaiah 58:14 nlt
Then the LORD will be your delight.
I will give you great honor
and satisfy you with the inheritance I promised to your ancestor Jacob.
I, the LORD, have spoken!"
Isaiah 58 14 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 58:14 | "Then you shall ride on the high hills of the earth..." | Isa 58:14 |
| Deuteronomy 32:13 | "He made him ride on the high hills of the earth..." | Deut 32:13 (Moses' Song) |
| Psalm 18:33 | "He made my feet like the feet of deer, and set me on my high places." | Ps 18:33 (David's victory song) |
| Psalm 147:14 | "He makes peace in your borders, and fills you with the finest wheat." | Ps 147:14 (Blessings of God's provision) |
| Micah 1:3 | "For behold, the Lord is coming out of his place..." | Mic 1:3 (God's imminent coming) |
| Habakkuk 3:19 | "The Lord God is my strength; he makes my feet like the deer's..." | Hab 3:19 (Trust and elevation) |
| John 10:10 | "...I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." | Jn 10:10 (Abundant life in Christ) |
| Romans 8:37 | "Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through him..." | Rom 8:37 (Victorious in Christ) |
| Philippians 4:12 | "...I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound..." | Phil 4:12 (Contentment in all circumstances) |
| 1 Peter 2:9 | "But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood..." | 1 Pet 2:9 (Chosen and exalted status) |
| Revelation 1:6 | "...and made us a kingdom, priests to his God and Father..." | Rev 1:6 (Kings and priests) |
| Revelation 21:24 | "The nations shall walk by its light, and the kings of the earth shall bring their glory into it." | Rev 21:24 (Glory and nations in God's kingdom) |
| Proverbs 3:13-14 | "Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding. For her trade is better than the trade of silver and her profits than gold." | Prov 3:13-14 (Wisdom leading to prosperity) |
| Matthew 6:33 | "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." | Matt 6:33 (Prioritizing God) |
| Ephesians 1:20-21 | "...raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, far above all principality and power and might and dominion..." | Eph 1:20-21 (Christ's exalted position) |
| Galatians 3:29 | "And if you are Christ’s, then you are Abraham’s offspring, heirs according to promise." | Gal 3:29 (Heirs with Abraham) |
| Colossians 3:1-2 | "If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God." | Col 3:1-2 (Focusing on heavenly things) |
| 1 Corinthians 3:21-22 | "...all things are yours, whether Paul or Apollos or Cephas or the world or life or death or the present or the future—all are yours..." | 1 Cor 3:21-22 (All things are ours) |
| Revelation 11:15 | "Then the seventh angel blew his trumpet, and great voices in heaven declared, 'The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he shall reign forevermore.'" | Rev 11:15 (Christ's eternal reign) |
| Psalm 66:12 | "You let men ride over our heads; we went through fire and through water, yet you brought us out to a rich abundance." | Ps 66:12 (Deliverance and abundance) |
Isaiah 58 verses
Isaiah 58 14 Meaning
God promises to make one "ride on the high places of the earth." This speaks of prosperity, authority, and joy derived from righteous living and sincere devotion, not earthly riches but a deep inner peace and satisfaction found in God. The promise signifies triumph over adversity and a foretaste of heavenly blessings, elevated status and ultimate joy.
Isaiah 58 14 Context
Isaiah chapter 58 discusses true worship and righteousness. It contrasts superficial fasting and religious observance with genuine acts of justice and compassion. The people are accused of fasting for their own selfish desires and oppressing others. In this context, Isaiah calls for a transformation in their behavior. The previous verses highlight the blessings that come from practicing true righteousness: "If you turn your foot from the Sabbath, from doing your pleasure on my holy day, and call the Sabbath a delight, and the holy day of the Lord honorable; if you honor it, not going your own ways, or seeking your own pleasure, or talking words, then you shall take delight in the Lord, and I will make you ride on the high hills of the earth; I will feed you with the heritage of Jacob your father, for the mouth of the Lord of hosts has spoken." The promise in verse 14 is a direct consequence of turning away from selfish pursuits and honoring God’s ways, particularly observing the Sabbath as a delight, reflecting a holistic obedience.
Isaiah 58 14 Word analysis
- Then (אָז - 'az): At that time, then, since. Indicates a consequence or a subsequent result of the preceding actions.
- you shall ride (תַּרְכִּיבֵנִי - tarchyibeni): From the root רָכַב (rakav), meaning to ride, to mount. Here it implies being carried or elevated.
- on the high places (בְּשִׂגְבֵי - besigvei): Plural of שִׂגָּב (sigav), meaning height, high place, elevation. Refers to elevated or prominent locations, often associated with authority or special status.
- of the earth (הָאָרֶץ - ha'aretz): The earth, the land. Indicates the sphere of this blessing.
- and shall feed (וְתַנְחִילֵנוּ - vetanchileinu): From the root נָחַל (nachal), meaning to inherit, to give possession of, to cause to inherit. Implies bestowing or giving over a rightful possession, a nourishing sustenance or inheritance.
- with the inheritance (נַחֲלַת - nachalat): Inheritance, heritage, possession.
- of Jacob (יַעֲקֹב - Ya'akov): Jacob. Refers to the people of Israel and their promised heritage.
- your father (אָבִיךָ - avicha): Your father. Links the inheritance to their ancestral lineage and God’s covenant promises.
- for the mouth (כִּי־פִי - ki-fi): For, because; mouth. This phrase emphasizes that the promise is from the very source of authority and truth, God himself speaking directly.
- of the Lord of hosts (יְהוָה צְבָאוֹת - Yahweh Tsva'ot): The Lord of Hosts. A significant divine title indicating God's supreme power and sovereignty over all armies and creation.
- has spoken (דִּבֵּר - diber): Has spoken. Confirms the certainty of the promise.
Isaiah 58 14 Bonus section
The imagery of "riding on the high places" connects to ancient Near Eastern concepts of divine kingship and power, where rulers were often depicted in elevated positions. However, in Isaiah, this elevation is not political but spiritual, granted by God for obedience and adherence to His covenant. The phrase "inheritance of Jacob" also encompasses more than just the land; it refers to the spiritual blessings and the covenant relationship with God, which David refers to in Psalm 16:5-6 when he says, "The Lord is the portion of my inheritance and my cup; you hold my lot. The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance." This spiritual inheritance is fully realized in Christ, who has been seated at God’s right hand far above all powers (Ephesians 1:20-21) and through whom believers share in this heavenly dominion.
Isaiah 58 14 Commentary
This verse crowns the message of true fasting with a magnificent promise. It assures a transformed life characterized by elevated status, security, and provision. “Riding on the high places” signifies dominion, joy, and experiencing God’s presence from a position of strength, mirroring the experience of Moses in Deuteronomy 32:13 and David in Psalm 18:33, where God Himself provided such elevation. It’s not about earthly power or dominance but a spiritual elevation and joy that comes from walking in God’s ways. The “feeding with the inheritance of Jacob” signifies abundant spiritual and material provision, God ensuring that His people partake of all the blessings of the covenant. This promise is underscored by the ultimate authority, “for the mouth of the Lord of Hosts has spoken,” making it an infallible guarantee. It calls believers to live a life of active righteousness and wholehearted devotion, confident that God faithfully fulfills His promises.