Isaiah 4:6
Isaiah 4:6 in Multiple Translations
a shelter to give shade from the heat by day, and a refuge and hiding place from the storm and the rain.
And there shall be a tabernacle for a shadow in the daytime from the heat, and for a place of refuge, and for a covert from storm and from rain.
And there shall be a pavilion for a shade in the day-time from the heat, and for a refuge and for a covert from storm and from rain.
And a shade in the daytime from the heat, and a safe cover from storm and from rain.
It will provide a place to stay in the shade of the daytime heat, and a shelter to hide from storm and rain.
And a couering shalbe for a shadow in the day for the heate, and a place of refuge and a couert for the storme and for the raine.
And a covering may be, For a shadow by day from drought, And for a refuge, and for a hiding place, From inundation and from rain!
There will be a pavilion for a shade in the daytime from the heat, and for a refuge and for a shelter from storm and from rain.
And there shall be a tabernacle for a shade in the day time from the heat, and for a place of refuge, and for a covert from storm and from rain.
And there shall be a tabernacle for a shade in the daytime from the heat, and for a security and covert from the whirlwind, and from rain.
that will shelter the people from the sun during the daytime and protect them when there are windstorms and rain.
Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 4:6
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Isaiah 4:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/סֻכָּ֛ה
תִּהְיֶ֥ה
לְ/צֵל
יוֹמָ֖ם
מֵ/חֹ֑רֶב
וּ/לְ/מַחְסֶה֙
וּ/לְ/מִסְתּ֔וֹר
מִ/זֶּ֖רֶם
וּ/מִ/מָּטָֽר
וְ/סֻכָּ֛ה
çukkâh
H5521
booth
Conj | N-fs
תִּהְיֶ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
לְ/צֵל
tsêl
H6738
shadow
Prep | N-ms
יוֹמָ֖ם
yôwmâm
H3119
by day
Adv
מֵ/חֹ֑רֶב
chôreb
H2721
drought
Prep | N-ms
וּ/לְ/מַחְסֶה֙
machăçeh
H4268
refuge
Conj | Prep | N-ms
וּ/לְ/מִסְתּ֔וֹר
miçtôwr
H4563
shelter
Conj | Prep | N-ms
מִ/זֶּ֖רֶם
zerem
H2230
storm
Prep | N-ms
וּ/מִ/מָּטָֽר
mâṭar
H4306
rain
Conj | Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 4:6
וְ/סֻכָּ֛ה
çukkâh
H5521
"booth"
Conj | N-fs
This word describes a small, temporary shelter or booth. It is used to describe a thicket or covert, as seen in the KJV translations. In the Bible, it is used to describe the tabernacles or tents of the Israelites.
Definition: 1) thicket, covert, booth 1a) thicket 1b) booth (rude or temporary shelter)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: booth, cottage, covert, pavilion, tabernacle, tent. See also: Genesis 33:17; Nehemiah 8:15; Psalms 18:12.
תִּהְיֶ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
לְ/צֵל
tsêl
H6738
"shadow"
Prep | N-ms
A shadow refers to a dark area, often providing shade or protection, like the shadow of a tree in Isaiah 4:6. It can also symbolize the fleeting nature of life, as mentioned in Psalm 102:11.
Definition: 1) shadow, shade 1a) shadow (on dial) 1b) shadow, shade (as protection) 1c) shadow (symbolic of transitoriness of life) Also means: tse.lel (צֵלֶל "shadow" H6752)
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: defence, shade(-ow). See also: Genesis 19:8; Ecclesiastes 7:12; Psalms 17:8.
יוֹמָ֖ם
yôwmâm
H3119
"by day"
Adv
The word 'yomam' means 'by day' or 'daily', and is used in the Bible to describe actions or events that happen during the daytime. It can also refer to the daytime itself, as opposed to the nighttime. This word is used to emphasize the daily nature of certain activities or routines.
Definition: adv 1) by day, in the daytime subst 2) daytime
Usage: Occurs in 50 OT verses. KJV: daily, (by, in the) day(-time). See also: Exodus 13:21; Psalms 32:4; Psalms 1:2.
מֵ/חֹ֑רֶב
chôreb
H2721
"drought"
Prep | N-ms
The Bible uses this word to describe a state of drought or desolation, often as a result of sin. In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses warned the Israelites of desolation if they disobeyed God. It is also used in the book of Jeremiah.
Definition: 1) dryness, drought, heat 1a) dryness 1b) drought 1c) parching heat
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: desolation, drought, dry, heat, [idiom] utterly, waste. See also: Genesis 31:40; Isaiah 25:5; Isaiah 4:6.
וּ/לְ/מַחְסֶה֙
machăçeh
H4268
"refuge"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word means a safe place to go, like a shelter from a storm. It appears in the Bible as a place of hope and trust, where people can find refuge from danger. In Psalm 71:3, God is called a rock of refuge.
Definition: 1) refuge, shelter 1a) from rain or storm, from danger 1b) of falsehood
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: hope, (place of) refuge, shelter, trust. See also: Job 24:8; Psalms 94:22; Psalms 14:6.
וּ/לְ/מִסְתּ֔וֹר
miçtôwr
H4563
"shelter"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
This word means a place of shelter or refuge, often used to describe a safe haven from danger or trouble, as seen in Psalm 119:114. It can also refer to a physical location, such as a cave or a hidden place.
Definition: place of shelter
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: covert. See also: Isaiah 4:6.
מִ/זֶּ֖רֶם
zerem
H2230
"storm"
Prep | N-ms
This word describes a storm or heavy rain shower, like a strong downpour. It is used in the Bible to describe powerful natural events, such as floods and tempests, often symbolizing God's judgment or presence.
Definition: rain-shower, thunderstorm, flood of rain, downpour, rain-storm
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: flood, overflowing, shower, storm, tempest. See also: Job 24:8; Isaiah 28:2; Isaiah 4:6.
וּ/מִ/מָּטָֽר
mâṭar
H4306
"rain"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
This noun simply means rain, describing the water that falls from the sky. It is a common weather phenomenon in the Bible, often used to symbolize God's blessing or judgment. Rain is essential for life and growth in the biblical world.
Definition: rain
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: rain. See also: Exodus 9:33; 2 Chronicles 7:13; Psalms 72:6.
Study Notes — Isaiah 4:6
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- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 4:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 4:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 4:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 4:6
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 4:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
- Sermons on Isaiah 4:6
Context — A Remnant in Zion
4when the Lord has washed away the filth of the daughters of Zion and cleansed the bloodstains from the heart of Jerusalem by a spirit of judgment and a spirit of fire.
5Then the LORD will create over all of Mount Zion and over her assemblies a cloud of smoke by day and a glowing flame of fire by night. For over all the glory there will be a canopy,
6a shelter to give shade from the heat by day, and a refuge and hiding place from the storm and the rain.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 25:4 | For You have been a refuge for the poor, a stronghold for the needy in distress, a refuge from the storm, a shade from the heat. For the breath of the ruthless is like rain against a wall, |
| 2 | Psalms 27:5 | For in the day of trouble He will hide me in His shelter; He will conceal me under the cover of His tent; He will set me high upon a rock. |
| 3 | Isaiah 32:2 | Each will be like a shelter from the wind, a refuge from the storm, like streams of water in a dry land, like the shadow of a great rock in an arid land. |
| 4 | Proverbs 18:10 | The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. |
| 5 | Isaiah 8:14 | And He will be a sanctuary— but to both houses of Israel a stone of stumbling and a rock of offense, to the dwellers of Jerusalem a trap and a snare. |
| 6 | Hebrews 11:7 | By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in godly fear built an ark to save his family. By faith he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that comes by faith. |
| 7 | Hebrews 6:18 | Thus by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be strongly encouraged. |
| 8 | Revelation 7:16 | ‘Never again will they hunger, and never will they thirst; nor will the sun beat down upon them, nor any scorching heat.’ |
| 9 | Isaiah 32:18–19 | Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest. But hail will level the forest, and the city will sink to the depths. |
| 10 | Psalms 91:1 | He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. |
Isaiah 4:6 Summary
The shelter in Isaiah 4:6 is a beautiful picture of God's protection and care for His people. Just like a shade provides relief from the scorching sun, God's presence provides a safe haven from the challenges and storms of life (as seen in Psalms 121:1-8). This shelter is not just a physical place, but a spiritual refuge where we can find peace and rest in God's promises, as described in Matthew 11:28-30 and Hebrews 4:16. By trusting in God's shelter, we can experience His presence and protection in our lives, just as the Israelites experienced God's guidance and care in the wilderness, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:4 and Psalms 23:4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the shelter mentioned in Isaiah 4:6?
The shelter in Isaiah 4:6 serves as a place of protection and refuge for God's people, much like the tabernacle in the wilderness provided a place of worship and safety for the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 25:8 and Numbers 9:15-23.
How does this shelter relate to the cloud of smoke and glowing flame of fire in the previous verse?
The shelter in Isaiah 4:6 is a part of the overall picture of God's presence and protection over His people, as described in Isaiah 4:5, where the cloud of smoke and glowing flame of fire symbolize God's guidance and care, reminiscent of the pillar of cloud and fire in Exodus 13:21-22.
What kind of storms and rain is Isaiah 4:6 referring to?
The storms and rain in Isaiah 4:6 likely refer to the challenges and difficulties of life, as well as the spiritual storms that believers may face, as described in Psalms 107:23-30 and Matthew 7:24-27, but the shelter provides a safe haven from these storms, as promised in Psalms 91:1-4.
How can we apply the concept of this shelter to our lives today?
As believers, we can apply the concept of the shelter in Isaiah 4:6 by seeking refuge in God's presence and promises, as described in Psalms 61:4 and Hebrews 13:5-6, and trusting in His protection and care, just as the Israelites trusted in God's provision and guidance in the wilderness, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:31 and 8:4.
Reflection Questions
- What are some 'storms' in my life that I need to take refuge from, and how can I trust in God's shelter and protection?
- How can I make God's presence and promises my 'shelter' in times of uncertainty and fear?
- In what ways can I experience the 'shade from the heat' of life's challenges, and find rest in God's presence, as described in Matthew 11:28-30?
- What does it mean for me to 'hide' in God's refuge, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of trust and dependence on Him, as seen in Proverbs 18:10 and Psalms 32:7?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 4:6
And there shall be a tabernacle,.... Christ, who tabernacled in our nature, and is the minister of the true tabernacle, which God pitched, and not man; who will be spiritually present in the word and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 4:6
And there shall be a tabernacle for a shadow in the daytime from the heat, and for a place of refuge, and for a covert from storm and from rain.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
There shall be a tabernacle; or, he, i.e. the Lord, shall be a tabernacle, or a tent, to defend them from the violent heat of the sun, and other injuries of the weather, which was the use and benefit of tents.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
Isaiah 4:6 And there shall be a tabernacle for a shadow in the daytime from the heat, and for a place of refuge, and for a covert from storm and from rain.Ver. 6. And there shall be a tabernacle for a shadow.] Or, He shall be. Christ is a shelter and a shadow to his, whenas all worldly comforts are but as so many burning glasses, to scorch the soul more.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
(6) And there shall be a tabernacle.—Perhaps It shall be . . . The thought is that of Psa 27:5; Psalms 31:20. In the manifested glory of Jehovah men would find, as the traveller finds in his tent, a protection against all forms of danger, against the scorching heat of noon, and against the pelting storm.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
Verse 6. A tabernacle] In countries subject to violent tempests, as well as to intolerable heat, a portable tent is a necessary part of a traveller's baggage, for defence and shelter. And to such tents the words of the text make evident allusion. They are to be met with in every part of Arabia and Egypt, and in various other places in the East.
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 4:6
6. a tabernacle] a pavilion as in Psalms 18:11. in the daytime] is omitted by the LXX. for a place of refuge … rain] for a refuge and shelter from storm and from rain. The mention of these “lesser inconveniences” reads like an anticlimax. It is certainly difficult to think that Isaiah would have written so weak a conclusion to an important oracle. The passage may be fragmentary.
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 4:6
And there shall be a tabernacle - The reference here is to the “tabernacle,” or sacred “tent” that God directed Moses to make in the wilderness.
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 4:6
6. Tabernacle — That of Moses in the wilderness prefigures God’s pavilion, which, by Messiah, he spreads everywhere over his people. As its bridegroom, Messiah overshadows his Church.
Sermons on Isaiah 4:6
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(Isaiah) Sin’s Judgment and God’s Restoration by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of economic injustice and unfair treatment of the poor. He emphasizes the importance of being fair and treating others justly, as th |
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Shadows of the Great Rock by John MacDuff | John MacDuff preaches about Christ being the ultimate shelter and refuge for His people, using the imagery of a rock providing shade in the desert to illustrate how Christ adapts t |
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At Peace in the Storm by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the promises of God to protect His people during the impending storms of judgment, referencing Zechariah and Isaiah to illustrate God's commitment to be |
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July 29. 1678. the Refining House. by Jane Lead | Jane Lead describes a vision of a house that appears ordinary on the outside but is actually a place of refuge from a coming storm and destruction for those under eternal shelter. |
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God's Miracle Mountain by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the fulfillment of biblical prophecies in the present day. He highlights the spread of the Gospel in schools and colleges, including in China |
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Resting in Jesus by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by referencing Isaiah 24 and the prophecy of a watchman. He acknowledges the warning he has given in his book, "America's Last Call," about the |
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A Man Called Lenin (Reading) by Richard Wurmbrand | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing Jesus as the ultimate refuge and savior. He highlights the historical significance of Jesus' birth and his role as |