Isaiah 1:19
Isaiah 1:19 in Multiple Translations
If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best of the land.
If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land:
If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land:
If you will give ear to my word and do it, the good things of the land will be yours;
If you really want this, and if you do as you're told, then you yourselves will eat the best things that the land produces.
If ye consent and obey, ye shall eate the good things of the land.
If ye are willing, and have hearkened, The good of the land ye consume,
If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the good of the land;
If ye are willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land:
If you be willing, and will hearken to me, you shall eat the good things of the land.
If you are willing to obey me, I will enable you to have plenty to eat.
Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 1:19
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Isaiah 1:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אִם
תֹּאב֖וּ
וּ/שְׁמַעְתֶּ֑ם
ט֥וּב
הָ/אָ֖רֶץ
תֹּאכֵֽלוּ
אִם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj
תֹּאב֖וּ
ʼâbâh
H14
be willing
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
וּ/שְׁמַעְתֶּ֑ם
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
Conj | V-Qal-2mp
ט֥וּב
ṭûwb
H2898
goodness
N-ms
הָ/אָ֖רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Art | N-cs
תֹּאכֵֽלוּ
ʼâkal
H398
to eat
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 1:19
אִם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
תֹּאב֖וּ
ʼâbâh
H14
"be willing"
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
To be willing or consent is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which involves being acquiescent or accepting. It is used in various contexts, including being willing to obey or follow.
Definition: 1) to be willing, consent 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be willing 1a2) to consent, yield to, accept 1a3) to desire
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: consent, rest content will, be willing. See also: Genesis 24:5; 2 Samuel 14:29; Psalms 81:12.
וּ/שְׁמַעְתֶּ֑ם
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
Conj | V-Qal-2mp
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
ט֥וּב
ṭûwb
H2898
"goodness"
N-ms
This Hebrew word describes goodness, beauty, or gladness, emphasizing the positive aspects of something. It is used in various books, including Psalms and Proverbs. This word highlights the best or most excellent qualities of something.
Definition: 1) goods, good things, goodness 1a) good things 1b) goods, property 1c) fairness, beauty, joy, prosperity, goodness (abstract) 1d) goodness (of taste, discernment) 1e) goodness (of God) (abstract)
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: fair, gladness, good(-ness, thing, -s), joy, go well with. See also: Genesis 24:10; Psalms 27:13; Psalms 25:7.
הָ/אָ֖רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Art | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
תֹּאכֵֽלוּ
ʼâkal
H398
"to eat"
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
This word means to eat or devour, and it's used in many stories, including when Jesus fed the 5000 with fish and bread in the book of Matthew. It's about taking in nourishment and being satisfied.
Definition: 1) to eat, devour, burn up, feed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to eat (human subject) 1a2) to eat, devour (of beasts and birds) 1a3) to devour, consume (of fire) 1a4) to devour, slay (of sword) 1a5) to devour, consume, destroy (inanimate subjects - ie, pestilence, drought) 1a6) to devour (of oppression) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be eaten (by men) 1b2) to be devoured, consumed (of fire) 1b3) to be wasted, destroyed (of flesh) 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to cause to eat, feed with 1c2) to cause to devour 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to feed 1d2) to cause to eat 1e) (Piel) 1e1) consume Aramaic equivalent: a.khal (אֲכַל "to devour" H0399)
Usage: Occurs in 703 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, burn up, consume, devour(-er, up), dine, eat(-er, up), feed (with), food, [idiom] freely, [idiom] in...wise(-deed, plenty), (lay) meat, [idiom] quite. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 6:9; Numbers 24:8.
Study Notes — Isaiah 1:19
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- Isaiah 1:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 1:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 1:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 1:19
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 1:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
- Sermons on Isaiah 1:19
Context — Meaningless Offerings
17Learn to do right; seek justice and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow.”
18“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool.
19If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best of the land.
20But if you resist and rebel, you will be devoured by the sword.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken. 21See how the faithful city has become a harlot! She once was full of justice; righteousness resided within her, but now only murderers!Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 30:15–16 | See, I have set before you today life and goodness, as well as death and disaster. For I am commanding you today to love the LORD your God, to walk in His ways, and to keep His commandments, statutes, and ordinances, so that you may live and increase, and the LORD your God may bless you in the land that you are entering to possess. |
| 2 | Isaiah 3:10 | Tell the righteous it will be well with them, for they will enjoy the fruit of their labor. |
| 3 | Joel 2:26 | You will have plenty to eat, until you are satisfied. You will praise the name of the LORD your God, who has worked wonders for you. My people will never again be put to shame. |
| 4 | Hebrews 5:9 | And having been made perfect, He became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey Him |
| 5 | Isaiah 55:6–7 | Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near. Let the wicked man forsake his own way and the unrighteous man his own thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that He may have compassion, and to our God, for He will freely pardon. |
| 6 | Matthew 21:28–32 | But what do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first one and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’ ‘I will not,’ he replied. But later he changed his mind and went. Then the man went to the second son and told him the same thing. ‘I will, sir,’ he said. But he did not go. Which of the two did the will of his father?” “The first, ” they answered. Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you. For John came to you in a righteous way and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and prostitutes did. And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him. |
| 7 | Isaiah 55:1–3 | “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you without money, come, buy, and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost! Why spend money on that which is not bread, and your labor on that which does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, and your soul will delight in the richest of foods. Incline your ear and come to Me; listen, so that your soul may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant— My loving devotion promised to David. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 3:12–14 | Go, proclaim this message toward the north: ‘Return, O faithless Israel,’ declares the LORD. ‘I will no longer look on you with anger, for I am merciful,’ declares the LORD. ‘I will not be angry forever. Only acknowledge your guilt, that you have rebelled against the LORD your God. You have scattered your favors to foreign gods under every green tree and have not obeyed My voice,’” declares the LORD. “Return, O faithless children,” declares the LORD, “for I am your master, and I will take you—one from a city and two from a family—and bring you to Zion. |
| 9 | Hosea 14:1–4 | Return, O Israel, to the LORD your God, for you have stumbled by your iniquity. Bring your confessions and return to the LORD. Say to Him: “Take away all our iniquity and receive us graciously, that we may present the fruit of our lips. Assyria will not save us, nor will we ride on horses. We will never again say, ‘Our gods!’ to the work of our own hands. For in You the fatherless find compassion.” I will heal their apostasy; I will freely love them, for My anger has turned away from them. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 31:18–20 | I have surely heard Ephraim’s moaning: ‘You disciplined me severely, like an untrained calf. Restore me, that I may return, for You are the LORD my God. After I returned, I repented; and after I was instructed, I struck my thigh in grief. I was ashamed and humiliated because I bore the disgrace of my youth.’ Is not Ephraim a precious son to Me, a delightful child? Though I often speak against him, I still remember him. Therefore My heart yearns for him; I have great compassion for him,” declares the LORD. |
Isaiah 1:19 Summary
Isaiah 1:19 is a promise from God that if we are willing to listen and obey Him, He will bless us with the best things in life. This means we need to be willing to surrender our own plans and follow His commands, as seen in (Psalm 119:33-34). When we obey God, we can trust that He will provide for us and give us a life of abundance, similar to what is described in (John 10:10). By choosing to obey God, we can experience His blessings and live a life that is pleasing to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be willing and obedient in Isaiah 1:19?
Being willing and obedient means surrendering to God's plan and following His commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 13:4 and Jeremiah 7:23, which emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's voice.
What is the promise for those who are willing and obedient in Isaiah 1:19?
The promise is that they will eat the best of the land, indicating a life of abundance and blessing, similar to what is described in Psalm 37:3-4 and Deuteronomy 28:1-2.
How does this verse relate to the concept of faith and works?
This verse highlights the importance of obedience as a demonstration of faith, as also seen in James 2:14-26, which teaches that faith without works is dead.
What is the alternative to being willing and obedient, according to the context of Isaiah 1:19?
The alternative is resisting and rebelling, which leads to being devoured by the sword, as stated in Isaiah 1:20, emphasizing the consequences of disobedience, similar to what is warned against in Romans 6:23.
Reflection Questions
- What areas of my life am I resisting God's will, and how can I become more willing and obedient?
- How does the promise of eating the best of the land relate to my current circumstances, and what am I trusting God for in my life?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my faith through obedience to God's commands, as seen in this verse and others like Matthew 22:37-40?
- What are some practical steps I can take to prioritize obedience to God's voice in my daily life, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 1:19
If ye be willing and obedient,.... The Targum adds, "to my Word": the Word made flesh, and dwelling among them; who would have gathered the inhabitants of Jerusalem to his ministry, to attend his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 1:19
If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land: If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
If ye be willing and obedient; if you are heartily willing and fully resolved to obey all my commands. Ye shall eat the good of the land; together with the pardon of your sins, you shall receive many temporal and worldly blessings.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
Isaiah 1:19 If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land:Ver. 19. If ye be willing and obedient.] If ye love God and keep his commandments; if ye love to be his servants; willing in all things to live honestly. Tantum velis et Deus tibi praecurret. Say thou canst not open the door, yet be lifting at the latch; ever holding that of Augustine, Nolentem praevenit Deus ut velit, volentem subsequitur ne frustra velit. It is God that worketh in us both to will and to do of his own good pleasure. Augustine, after Paul, stood so much for free grace, that the Papists say he yielded too little to freewill. Ye shall eat the good things of the land.] Ye shall, and not strangers for you. The Easterlings shall not eat thy fruit, nor drink thy milk. Thine enemies shall not eat thy grain, nor the sons of the stranger drink thy wine; but they that have gathered it shall eat it and praise the Lord, and they that have brought it together shall drink it in the courts of my holiness. Godliness hath a cornucopia; religion is the right palladium of a nation.
The heathen poet could acknowledge that, as long as Rome stood religious, so long she continued victorious and prosperous; as, on the contrary, “ Dii multa neglect; dederunt Hesperiae mala luctuosae. ” - Horat. Italy was undone by irreligion. The Greek empire had not fallen from the Paleologi to the Turks had the Christian verity stood firm in Constantinople. Cicero confesseth that the instruments by which the Romans subdued the world were not strength and policy, but religion and piety. Wherefore also Maecenas in Dio Cassius adviseth Augustus παντηπαντως, by all means and at all times, to advance the worship of God, to cause others to do the same, and not suffer innovations in religion. Basil., Conc. de Prodigo. Enchir., id., cap. 32. transf. and fig. Anything on which the safety of a nation, institution, privilege, etc. is believed to depend; a safeguard, protecting institution. Non caliditate et robore, sed pietate et religione omnes gentes superastis. - Orat de Art. Respons., lib. iii.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
(19) If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land.—The promise of temporal blessings as the reward of a true repentance, instead of the spiritual peace and joy of Psa 51:8-12, fills us at first with a sense of disappointment. It has to be remembered, however, that the prophet spoke to those who were unjust and selfish, and who were as yet far from the broken and contrite heart of the true penitent. He was content to wake up in them the dormant sense of righteousness, and to lead them to recognise the moral government of God. In the long run they would not be losers by a change of conduct. The choice of eating or “being eaten” (the “devoured” of Isaiah 1:20), enjoying a blameless prosperity, or falling by the sword, was placed before those to whom the higher aspirations of the soul were little known. Such is, at all times, one at least of the methods of God’s education of mankind.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
Verse 19. Ye shall eat the good of the land] Referring to Isaiah 1:7: it shall not be "devoured by strangers."
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 1:19
18–20. Jehovah condescends to plead.
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 1:19
If ye be willing - If you submit your wills, and become voluntary in your obedience to my law. And obedient - Hebrew If you will hear; that is, my commands.
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 1:19
18-20. Revolting as the people’s acts have been, God is here pleading to show that their ill condition is of their own causing. Come now — This is a common formula of entreaty. Let us reason — Discuss the case together.
Sermons on Isaiah 1:19
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(Revival) Highlights of Past Revivals - Part 1 by Michael L. Brown | Michael L. Brown discusses the historical context of biblical revivals, emphasizing the Hebrew concept of 'Chaya,' which means to revive or bring to life. He highlights the story o |
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Obedience by Harold Vaughan | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about his lack of obedience as a child. He emphasizes the importance of immediate obedience to God's commands. The speaker then |
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Revival Is Obedience by Del Fehsenfeld Jr. | In this sermon, the speaker poses the question of how we would spend our last three days, three hours, and fifty and a half minutes if we knew Jesus was returning. He emphasizes th |
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Esther Dowie's Death, Pt 2 by John Alexander Dowie | In this sermon, the speaker shares a heartfelt message to the audience. The speaker emphasizes the importance of loving and serving God wholeheartedly. They also encourage obedienc |
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(Remnant Meeting 2013) Testimonies by Lori, Patrick, Joanne, and Jared by Brian Long | Brian Long shares powerful testimonies from Lori, Patrick, Joanne, and Jared, emphasizing the necessity of spending time in God's Word and prayer to combat self and engage in spiri |
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A Wake Up Call to Men in the Church by Shane Idleman | This sermon emphasizes the theme of being prone to wander from God's path, drawing parallels to a bird leaving its nest. It delves into the consequences of wandering, especially fo |
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Which Basket Are You In? by Erlo Stegen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering all aspects of our lives to the Lord, drawing parallels from the story of two baskets of figs in Jeremiah's vision. It highlig |