Isaiah 35:9
Isaiah 35:9 in Multiple Translations
No lion will be there, and no vicious beast will go up on it. Such will not be found there, but the redeemed will walk upon it.
No lion shall be there, nor any ravenous beast shall go up thereon, it shall not be found there; but the redeemed shall walk there:
No lion shall be there, nor shall any ravenous beast go up thereon; they shall not be found there; but the redeemed shall walk there:
No lion will be there, or any cruel beast; they will not be seen there; but those for whom the Lord has given a price,
No lions or other dangerous animals will be found there on the road—only the redeemed will walk along it.
There shall be no lyon, nor noysome beastes shall ascend by it, neither shall they be found there, that the redeemed may walke.
No lion is there, yea, a destructive beast Ascendeth it not, it is not found there, And walked have the redeemed,
No lion will be there, nor will any ravenous animal go up on it. They will not be found there; but the redeemed will walk there.
No lion shall be there, nor any ravenous beast shall go up thereon, it shall not be found there; but the redeemed shall walk there :
No lion shall be there, nor shall any mischievous beast go up by it, nor be found there: but they shall walk there that shall be delivered.
There will not be any lions there or any other dangerous animals along that road. Only those who have been freed from being slaves in Babylonia will walk on it.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 35:9
Study Notes — Isaiah 35:9
- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 35:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 35:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 35:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 35:9
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 35:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
- Sermons on Isaiah 35:9
Context — The Glory of Zion
9No lion will be there, and no vicious beast will go up on it. Such will not be found there, but the redeemed will walk upon it.
10So the redeemed of the LORD will return and enter Zion with singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 62:12 | And they will be called the Holy People, the Redeemed of The LORD; and you will be called Sought Out, A City Not Forsaken. |
| 2 | Hosea 2:18 | On that day I will make a covenant for them with the beasts of the field and the birds of the air and the creatures that crawl on the ground. And I will abolish bow and sword and weapons of war in the land, and will make them lie down in safety. |
| 3 | Leviticus 26:6 | And I will give peace to the land, and you will lie down with nothing to fear. I will rid the land of dangerous animals, and no sword will pass through your land. |
| 4 | Isaiah 30:6 | This is the burden against the beasts of the Negev: Through a land of hardship and distress, of lioness and lion, of viper and flying serpent, they carry their wealth on the backs of donkeys and their treasures on the humps of camels, to a people of no profit to them. |
| 5 | Isaiah 63:4 | For the day of vengeance was in My heart, and the year of My redemption had come. |
| 6 | Exodus 15:13 | With loving devotion You will lead the people You have redeemed; with Your strength You will guide them to Your holy dwelling. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 34:25 | I will make with them a covenant of peace and rid the land of wild animals, so that they may dwell securely in the wilderness and sleep in the forest. |
| 8 | Isaiah 11:6–9 | The wolf will live with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat; the calf and young lion and fatling will be together, and a little child will lead them. The cow will graze with the bear, their young will lie down together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox. The infant will play by the cobra’s den, and the toddler will reach into the viper’s nest. They will neither harm nor destroy on all My holy mountain, for the earth will be full of the knowledge of the LORD as the sea is full of water. |
| 9 | Isaiah 65:25 | The wolf and the lamb will feed together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox, but the food of the serpent will be dust. They will neither harm nor destroy on all My holy mountain,” says the LORD. |
| 10 | Psalms 107:2 | Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy |
Isaiah 35:9 Summary
Isaiah 35:9 is a beautiful promise that one day, God will create a safe and holy path for His people to walk on, free from any harm or evil. This verse is talking about a time when God will remove all the things that can hurt us, like lions and other vicious beasts, and only those who are redeemed, or saved, by God will be able to walk on this path. This is similar to what we see in Psalm 16:11, where it says that God will show us the path of life. As believers, we can trust that God is working everything out for our good, as seen in Romans 8:28, and that He will ultimately bring us to a place of eternal joy and peace, as described in Revelation 21:4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of beasts is Isaiah 35:9 referring to when it mentions lions and vicious beasts?
The verse is likely referring to both physical and spiritual threats, as seen in other passages like Psalm 91:13 and 1 Peter 5:8, which describe the enemy's attempts to harm believers.
Who are the redeemed mentioned in Isaiah 35:9?
The redeemed are those who have been saved by God, as described in Psalm 107:2 and Isaiah 62:12, and will walk on the holy highway, free from the presence of evil.
What is the significance of the highway in Isaiah 35:9?
The highway, also known as the Way of Holiness, is a path that only the redeemed can travel, as seen in Isaiah 35:8, and is a symbol of the believer's journey towards God, as described in Jeremiah 31:21 and Matthew 7:14.
How does Isaiah 35:9 relate to the broader theme of redemption in the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger narrative of God's redemption plan, as seen in passages like Romans 8:28-30 and Revelation 21:4, where God ultimately removes all evil and creates a new heaven and a new earth for His people.
Reflection Questions
- What are some 'lions' or spiritual threats in my life that I need to trust God to protect me from, as seen in Psalm 23:4?
- How can I walk in the 'Way of Holiness' in my daily life, as described in Isaiah 35:8 and Hebrews 12:14?
- What does it mean to be 'redeemed' and how does that impact my relationship with God, as seen in Galatians 3:13 and Titus 2:14?
- How can I trust in God's promise to remove all evil and create a new heaven and a new earth, as described in Revelation 21:1-4?
- What are some ways I can 'walk upon' the promises of God, as mentioned in Isaiah 35:9, and trust in His goodness and faithfulness?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 35:9
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 35:9
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 35:9
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 35:9
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 35:9
Sermons on Isaiah 35:9
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(Second Coming of Christ) 13 the Glory of the New Jerusalem by Aeron Morgan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of focusing on the eternal purposes of God as the only lasting reality in life. He explains that the realization of eternal g |
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Can These Dry Bones Live by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the church's role in reaching out to the Jewish people. He shares his personal journey of coming to recognize the significa |
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God's Marriage Proposal by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a passage from the Bible in which God speaks to His people. The people had previously made a covenant with God, but it ended in failure and t |
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In Calm Repose by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the profound peace that God grants to His saints, as illustrated in Hosea 2:18, where believers are assured of safety and rest amidst earthly troubles and |
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Somewhat Spoken to a Weighty Question Concerning the Magistrate's Protection of the Innocent by Isaac Penington | Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of righteousness, peace, and the defense of the innocent by magistrates, emphasizing the need for nations to embrace a state of peace |
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All Things Work Together by Robert Haldane | Robert Haldane preaches on the comforting truth that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose. Believers are assured that ev |
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Our Daily Homily - Leviticus by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the significance of offerings in Leviticus, particularly how Christ's sacrifice is a sweet-smelling savor to God, reflecting His complete devotion and obedien |







