Isaiah 30:14
Isaiah 30:14 in Multiple Translations
It will break in pieces like a potter’s jar, shattered so that no fragment can be found. Not a shard will be found in the dust large enough to scoop the coals from a hearth or to skim the water from a cistern.”
And he shall break it as the breaking of the potters’ vessel that is broken in pieces; he shall not spare: so that there shall not be found in the bursting of it a sherd to take fire from the hearth, or to take water withal out of the pit.
And he shall break it as a potter’s vessel is broken, breaking it in pieces without sparing; so that there shall not be found among the pieces thereof a sherd wherewith to take fire from the hearth, or to dip up water out of the cistern.
And he will let it be broken as a potter's vessel is broken: it will be smashed to bits without mercy; so that there will not be a bit in which one may take fire from the fireplace, or water from the spring.
You will be smashed like a clay pot, broken into such tiny pieces that there won't be a big enough piece to pick up coals from a hearth or a little bit of water from a well.
And the breaking thereof is like the breaking of a potters pot, which is broken without pitie, and in the breaking thereof is not found a sheard to take fire out of the hearth, or to take water out of the pit.
And He hath broken it As the breaking of the potters' bottle, Beaten down — He doth not spare, Nor is there found, in its beating down, A potsherd to take fire from the burning, And to draw out waters from a ditch.
He will break it as a potter’s vessel is broken, breaking it in pieces without sparing, so that there won’t be found among the broken pieces a piece good enough to take fire from the hearth, or to dip up water out of the cistern.”
And he shall break it as the breaking of the potter's vessel that is broken in pieces; he shall not spare: so that there shall not be found in the bursting of it a piece to take fire from the hearth, or to take water out of the pit.
And it shall be broken small, as the potter’s vessel is broken all to pieces with mighty breaking, and there shall not a sherd be found of the pieces thereof, wherein a little fire may be carried from the hearth, or a, little water be drawn out of the pit.
You will be smashed like a clay jar is smashed when it is dropped, and it shatters completely, with the result that there is not one piece big enough to carry some coals from a stove or to carry a little bit of water from a well.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 30:14
Study Notes — Isaiah 30:14
- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 30:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 30:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 30:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 30:14
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 30:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
- Sermons on Isaiah 30:14
Context — The Worthless Treaty with Egypt
14It will break in pieces like a potter’s jar, shattered so that no fragment can be found. Not a shard will be found in the dust large enough to scoop the coals from a hearth or to skim the water from a cistern.”
15For the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel, has said: “By repentance and rest you would be saved; your strength would lie in quiet confidence— but you were not willing.” 16“No,” you say, “we will flee on horses.” Therefore you will flee! “We will ride swift horses,” but your pursuers will be faster.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 2:9 | You will break them with an iron scepter; You will shatter them like pottery. ” |
| 2 | Jeremiah 19:10–11 | Then you are to shatter the jar in the presence of the men who accompany you, and you are to proclaim to them that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: I will shatter this nation and this city, like one shatters a potter’s jar that can never again be repaired. They will bury the dead in Topheth until there is no more room to bury them. |
| 3 | 2 Peter 2:4–5 | For if God did not spare the angels when they sinned, but cast them deep into hell, placing them in chains of darkness to be held for judgment; if He did not spare the ancient world when He brought the flood on its ungodly people, but preserved Noah, a preacher of righteousness, among the eight; |
| 4 | Revelation 2:27 | He will rule them with an iron scepter and shatter them like pottery —just as I have received authority from My Father. |
| 5 | Romans 11:21 | For if God did not spare the natural branches, He will certainly not spare you either. |
| 6 | Psalms 31:12 | I am forgotten like a dead man, out of mind. I am like a broken vessel. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 24:14 | I, the LORD, have spoken; the time is coming, and I will act. I will not refrain or show pity, nor will I relent. I will judge you according to your ways and deeds,’ declares the Lord GOD.” |
| 8 | Ezekiel 9:10 | But as for Me, I will not look on them with pity, nor will I spare them. I will bring their deeds down upon their own heads.” |
| 9 | Isaiah 47:14 | Surely they are like stubble; the fire will burn them up. They cannot deliver themselves from the power of the flame. There will be no coals to warm them or fire to sit beside. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 48:38 | On all the rooftops of Moab and in the public squares, everyone is mourning; for I have shattered Moab like an unwanted jar,” declares the LORD. |
Isaiah 30:14 Summary
[Isaiah 30:14 is saying that when we reject God's message and try to do things our own way, it can lead to complete and utter destruction, like a potter's jar being shattered into pieces. This is a powerful reminder of the importance of listening to and obeying God's voice, as seen in verses like Deuteronomy 28:1-2, where blessings are promised for obedience, and Jeremiah 7:23, which emphasizes the need to listen to God's commands. By trusting in God and following His ways, we can avoid the kind of destruction mentioned in this verse and instead find strength and confidence in Him, as promised in Isaiah 30:15.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the broken potter's jar in Isaiah 30:14 represent?
The broken potter's jar in Isaiah 30:14 represents the complete destruction and hopelessness that will result from rejecting God's message, as seen in the context of Isaiah 30:12-13, where the people's iniquity is compared to a breach about to fail, similar to the warnings in Proverbs 29:1.
Why is it significant that not a shard will be found to scoop coals or skim water?
The fact that not a shard will be found to scoop coals or skim water from a cistern emphasizes the thorough and complete nature of the destruction, leaving nothing useful or redeemable, much like the desolation described in Jeremiah 25:11.
How does this verse relate to the concept of judgment in the Bible?
Isaiah 30:14 illustrates the severe judgment that God will bring upon those who reject His message, as also seen in Revelation 20:12-15, where all will be judged according to their deeds, and in Romans 2:5, which speaks of the day of God's wrath.
What is the significance of the image of shattering like a potter's jar in the Bible?
The image of shattering like a potter's jar is used in several places in the Bible, such as Psalm 2:9 and Revelation 2:27, to symbolize God's sovereign power and judgment over nations and individuals who oppose Him, highlighting His role as the Potter and humans as the clay, as mentioned in Isaiah 64:8 and Jeremiah 18:6.
Reflection Questions
- What are the ways in which I may be rejecting God's message in my life, and what are the potential consequences of this rejection?
- How can I apply the principle of repentance and rest, as mentioned in Isaiah 30:15, to my life, especially in times of uncertainty or trouble?
- In what ways do I try to rely on my own strength or methods, like the people in Isaiah 30:16 who say 'we will flee on horses', instead of trusting in God's power and promises?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of listening to and obeying God's voice, and how can I cultivate a greater sensitivity to His leading in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 30:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 30:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 30:14
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 30:14
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 30:14
Sermons on Isaiah 30:14
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Love of the World by Charles Finney | The preacher delves into the metaphorical use of 'ostrakinos' in the Bible, describing it as fragile or lowly, emphasizing the contrast between the valuable treasure within and the |
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Be an Overcomer (Part 4) by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes the importance of continuous growth in the Christian faith. He highlights the tendency of some Christians to reach a certain point in their sp |
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The Sickness, Death and Resurrection of Lazarus 1 of 4 (Reading) by Robert Murray M'Cheyne | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jesus and his disciples on the Sea of Galilee. He emphasizes the importance of faith and how it is tested in times of trials. Th |
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Message From Pslam 2 by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God's actions are sovereign and cannot be changed by human advice. He highlights the grand fact that God has set his king on the holy h |
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A Rod of Iron by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the triumphant ascension of Christ, illustrating how He has defeated the powers of darkness and now rules with a 'rod of iron.' He explains that Satan an |
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Looking at God by A.W. Tozer | The preacher delves into the concept of 'lofty things' as described in the Bible, referring to proud obstacles or arrogant thoughts that exalt themselves against the knowledge of G |
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Help Wanted: A Potter by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob and his encounter with God at Bethel. Jacob had run away from his family and was sleeping with a stone as a pillow when he |







