Isaiah 49:10
Isaiah 49:10 in Multiple Translations
They will not hunger or thirst, nor will scorching heat or sun beat down on them. For He who has compassion on them will guide them and lead them beside springs of water.
They shall not hunger nor thirst; neither shall the heat nor sun smite them: for he that hath mercy on them shall lead them, even by the springs of water shall he guide them.
They shall not hunger nor thirst; neither shall the heat nor sun smite them: for he that hath mercy on them will lead them, even by springs of water will he guide them.
They will not be in need of food or drink, or be troubled by the heat or the sun: for he who has mercy on them will be their guide, taking them by the springs of water.
They won't be hungry or thirsty, and they won't get hot in the sun, for the one who loves them will lead them to springs, and guide them to water.
They shall not be hungrie, neither shall they be thirstie, neither shall the heat smite them, nor the sunne: for he that hath compassion on them, shall leade them: euen to the springs of waters shall he driue them.
They do not hunger, nor thirst, Nor smite them doth mirage and sun, For He who is pitying them doth lead them, And by fountains of waters doth tend them.
They shall not hunger nor thirst; neither shall the heat nor sun strike them, for he who has mercy on them will lead them. He will guide them by springs of water.
They shall not hunger nor thirst, neither shall the heat nor sun smite them: for he that hath mercy on them shall lead them, even by the springs of water shall he guide them.
They shall not hunger, nor thirst, neither shall the heat nor the sun strike them: for he that is merciful to them, shall be their shepherd, and at the fountains of waters he shall give them drink.
They will not be hungry or thirsty any more; the hot sun will not beat upon them again [DOU]. I, Yahweh, will act mercifully toward them and lead them; I will lead them to where there are springs of cool water.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 49:10
Study Notes — Isaiah 49:10
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- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 49:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 49:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 49:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 49:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 49:10
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 49:10
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 49:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 49:10
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Context — The Servant and Light to the Gentiles
10They will not hunger or thirst, nor will scorching heat or sun beat down on them. For He who has compassion on them will guide them and lead them beside springs of water.
11I will turn all My mountains into roads, and My highways will be raised up. 12Behold, they will come from far away, from the north and from the west, and from the land of Aswan. ”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Revelation 7:16–17 | ‘Never again will they hunger, and never will they thirst; nor will the sun beat down upon them, nor any scorching heat.’ For the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd. ‘He will lead them to springs of living water,’ and ‘God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’ ” |
| 2 | Matthew 5:6 | Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 34:23 | I will appoint over them one shepherd, My servant David, and he will feed them. He will feed them and be their shepherd. |
| 4 | Isaiah 33:16 | he will dwell on the heights; the mountain fortress will be his refuge; his food will be provided and his water assured. |
| 5 | Psalms 121:5–6 | The LORD is your keeper; the LORD is the shade on your right hand. The sun will not strike you by day, nor the moon by night. |
| 6 | Isaiah 40:11 | He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes. |
| 7 | John 10:3–4 | The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen for his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his voice. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 31:9 | They will come with weeping, and by their supplication I will lead them; I will make them walk beside streams of waters, on a level path where they will not stumble. For I am Israel’s Father, and Ephraim is My firstborn.” |
| 9 | Isaiah 35:7 | The parched ground will become a pool, the thirsty land springs of water. In the haunt where jackals once lay, there will be grass and reeds and papyrus. |
| 10 | Isaiah 4:6 | a shelter to give shade from the heat by day, and a refuge and hiding place from the storm and the rain. |
Isaiah 49:10 Summary
This verse promises that God will take care of all our needs, providing for us and guiding us, just like a shepherd leads his sheep to green pastures and calm waters. He will protect us from harm and give us spiritual refreshment, as seen in Psalm 23:1-4 and John 10:11. This is a beautiful picture of God's love and care for us, and it reminds us to trust in Him and rely on His goodness. As we follow Him, we can experience the peace and satisfaction that comes from knowing we are in His care, just as Jesus promised in Matthew 11:28-30.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'not hunger or thirst' in Isaiah 49:10?
This phrase means that God will provide for all our needs, just as Jesus promised in Matthew 6:33, and as seen in the example of the Israelites in the wilderness in Exodus 16:4-36.
Who is guiding and leading the people in this verse?
The verse says 'He who has compassion on them will guide them', which refers to God Himself, who is full of compassion and mercy, as seen in Psalm 103:8 and Lamentations 3:22-23.
What are the 'springs of water' that the people will be led to?
The 'springs of water' are a metaphor for spiritual refreshment and nourishment, as seen in John 4:14 and Revelation 7:17, where God quenches our spiritual thirst and satisfies our souls.
Is this promise only for the people of Israel, or is it for all believers?
While the immediate context of Isaiah 49:10 is the restoration of Israel, the principles of God's compassion and provision are applicable to all believers, as seen in Romans 11:25-32 and 2 Corinthians 1:3-4.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am experiencing 'hunger' or 'thirst', and how can I trust God to provide for me?
- How have I experienced God's compassion and guidance in my life, and how can I share that with others?
- What does it mean for me to 'feed along the pathways' and 'find pasture on every barren hill', as mentioned in the surrounding verses, and how can I apply that to my spiritual journey?
- In what ways can I be a 'spring of water' for others, sharing the refreshment and nourishment of the Gospel with those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 49:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 49:10
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 49:10
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 49:10
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 49:10
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 49:10
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 49:10
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 49:10
Sermons on Isaiah 49:10
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Studies in Isaiah - Part 4 by Harry Ironside | In this sermon, Dr. McCabe talks about the importance of awakening and rising up in the Lord. He refers to three calls to awake: one to the arm of the Lord, one to Jerusalem in its |
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(Church Leadership) 4. Compassion and Calling by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being called by God to be a leader or elder in the church. He shares a story about Moses, who was chosen by God to shepherd |
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All That Jesus Taught Bible Study - Part 11 by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount from Matthew chapters 5 to 7, emphasizing the importance of following these instructions seriously as disc |
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(Through the Bible) Revelation 7-9 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon on the book of Revelation, the speaker begins by recapping the previous chapters. He describes the heavenly scene where John sees the throne of God and the worship o |
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The Blessedness of the Hungry and the Thirsty by Michael Durham | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of hungering and thirsting after righteousness. He encourages listeners to return to the Father's table and seek spiritual no |
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Rev. 21:10. the Holy City by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar preaches about the Holy City, the heavenly Jerusalem, emphasizing its divine origin and the necessity of the blood of the Lamb for its purification and the protectio |
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Matthew 15:32 to End. Christ Feeds Five Thousand With Seven Loaves. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the compassion and beneficence of our Lord, as seen in the feeding of the multitude with five loaves and two fish. He highlights the importance o |






