Isaiah 54:14
Isaiah 54:14 in Multiple Translations
In righteousness you will be established, far from oppression, for you will have no fear. Terror will be far removed, for it will not come near you.
In righteousness shalt thou be established: thou shalt be far from oppression; for thou shalt not fear: and from terror; for it shall not come near thee.
In righteousness shalt thou be established: thou shalt be far from oppression, for thou shalt not fear; and from terror, for it shall not come near thee.
All your rights will be made certain to you: have no fear of evil, and destruction will not come near you.
Your society will operate from principles of goodness and right; nobody will be there to oppress you. You won't be afraid; you won't have to face any kind of terror.
In righteousnes shalt thou be established, and be farre from oppression: for thou shalt not feare it: and from feare, for it shall not come neere thee.
In righteousness thou establishest thyself, Be far from oppression, for thou fearest not, And from ruin, for it cometh not near unto thee.
You will be established in righteousness. You will be far from oppression, for you will not be afraid, and far from terror, for it shall not come near you.
In righteousness shalt thou be established: thou shalt be far from oppression; for thou shalt not fear: and from terror; for it shall not come near thee.
And thou shalt be founded in justice: depart far from oppression, for thou shalt not fear; and from terror, for it shall not come near thee.
Your government will be strong because of acting justly/fairly; no one will ◄oppress you/cause you to suffer►; you will not be afraid, because there will be nothing [PRS] that will ◄terrorize you/cause you to become extremely afraid►.
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Isaiah 54:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בִּ/צְדָקָ֖ה
תִּכּוֹנָ֑נִי
רַחֲקִ֤י
מֵ/עֹ֨שֶׁק֙
כִּֽי
לֹ֣א
תִירָ֔אִי
וּ/מִ֨/מְּחִתָּ֔ה
כִּ֥י
לֹֽא
תִקְרַ֖ב
אֵלָֽיִ/ךְ
בִּ/צְדָקָ֖ה
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
righteousness
Prep | N-fs
תִּכּוֹנָ֑נִי
kûwn
H3559
to establish
V-r-Imperf-2fs
רַחֲקִ֤י
râchaq
H7368
to remove
V-Qal-Impv-2fs
מֵ/עֹ֨שֶׁק֙
ʻôsheq
H6233
oppression
Prep | N-ms
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תִירָ֔אִי
yârêʼ
H3372
to fear
V-Qal-Imperf-2fs
וּ/מִ֨/מְּחִתָּ֔ה
mᵉchittâh
H4288
terror
Conj | Prep | N-fs
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תִקְרַ֖ב
qârab
H7126
to present
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
אֵלָֽיִ/ךְ
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 54:14
בִּ/צְדָקָ֖ה
tsᵉdâqâh
H6666
"righteousness"
Prep | N-fs
Encompasses the idea of righteousness, including justice, virtue, and morality, often describing God's attribute or the standard for human behavior. It is used to describe the ideal for personal conduct and societal norms, emphasizing the importance of living a righteous life.
Definition: 1) justice, righteousness 1a) righteousness (in government) 1a1) of judge, ruler, king 1a2) of law 1a3) of Davidic king Messiah 1b) righteousness (of God's attribute) 1c) righteousness (in a case or cause) 1d) righteousness, truthfulness 1e) righteousness (as ethically right) 1f) righteousness (as vindicated), justification, salvation 1f1) of God 1f2) prosperity (of people) 1g) righteous acts Aramaic equivalent: tsid.qah (צִדְקָה "righteousness" H6665)
Usage: Occurs in 150 OT verses. KJV: justice, moderately, right(-eous) (act, -ly, -ness). See also: Genesis 15:6; Proverbs 16:31; Psalms 5:9.
תִּכּוֹנָ֑נִי
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
V-r-Imperf-2fs
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
רַחֲקִ֤י
râchaq
H7368
"to remove"
V-Qal-Impv-2fs
To remove or go far away, as in Genesis 21:16 where Hagar is sent away by Abraham. It means to create distance or separate oneself from something or someone.
Definition: v 1) to be or become far, be or become distant, be removed, go far away 1a) (Qal) to be far, be distant 1b) (Piel) to send far away, extend 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make or exhibit distance, be gone far 1c2) to remove, put far away 2) (Niphal) loose v inf (as adv) 3) at a distance
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: (a-, be, cast, drive, get, go, keep (self), put, remove, be too, (wander), withdraw) far (away, off), loose, [idiom] refrain, very, (be) a good way (off). See also: Genesis 21:16; Psalms 119:150; Psalms 22:12.
מֵ/עֹ֨שֶׁק֙
ʻôsheq
H6233
"oppression"
Prep | N-ms
Oppression refers to injury or fraud, often resulting in unjust gain. It is described in the Bible as a form of distress or extortion, such as in the book of Exodus.
Definition: 1) oppression, extortion, injury 1a) oppression 1b) extortion 1c) gain by extortion
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: cruelly, extortion, oppression, thing (deceitfully gotten). See also: Leviticus 5:23; Isaiah 54:14; Psalms 62:11.
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תִירָ֔אִי
yârêʼ
H3372
"to fear"
V-Qal-Imperf-2fs
This Hebrew word means to fear or revere, and is used to describe being afraid or standing in awe of something, like God's power. It appears in the Bible to convey a sense of respect or reverence. In the KJV, it's translated as 'affright' or 'reverence'.
Definition: : frightening(DANGER) 1) to fear, revere, be afraid 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to fear, be afraid 1a2) to stand in awe of, be awed 1a3) to fear, reverence, honour, respect 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be fearful, be dreadful, be feared 1b2) to cause astonishment and awe, be held in awe 1b3) to inspire reverence or godly fear or awe 1c) (Piel) to make afraid, terrify 2) (TWOT) to shoot, pour
Usage: Occurs in 318 OT verses. KJV: affright, be (make) afraid, dread(-ful), (put in) fear(-ful, -fully, -ing), (be had in) reverence(-end), [idiom] see, terrible (act, -ness, thing). See also: Genesis 3:10; 1 Samuel 12:18; Psalms 3:7.
וּ/מִ֨/מְּחִתָּ֔ה
mᵉchittâh
H4288
"terror"
Conj | Prep | N-fs
This Hebrew word means terror or ruin, causing consternation or destruction. It is used to describe something that inspires fear or dread, and is translated as 'destruction' or 'terror' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) destruction, ruin, terror, a breaking 1a) terror, dismay, object of terror 1b) ruin
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: destruction, dismaying, ruin, terror. See also: Psalms 89:41; Proverbs 14:28; Proverbs 10:14.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תִקְרַ֖ב
qârab
H7126
"to present"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
To approach or come near someone or something, often with a sense of purpose or intention, like Moses approaching the burning bush in Exodus 3:5. This word can also mean to bring someone or something near, as in presenting an offering to God.
Definition: : come/approach 1) to come near, approach, enter into, draw near 1a) (Qal) to approach, draw near 1b) (Niphal) to be brought near 1c) (Piel) to cause to approach, bring near, cause to draw near 1d) (Hiphil) to bring near, bring, present
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take. See also: Genesis 12:11; Leviticus 22:22; 1 Samuel 10:21.
אֵלָֽיִ/ךְ
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
Study Notes — Isaiah 54:14
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- Isaiah 54:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 54:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 54:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 54:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 54:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 54:14
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 54:14
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 54:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 54:14
- Sermons on Isaiah 54:14
Context — Future Blessings for Zion
12I will make your pinnacles of rubies, your gates of sparkling jewels, and all your walls of precious stones.
13Then all your sons will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their prosperity.
14In righteousness you will be established, far from oppression, for you will have no fear. Terror will be far removed, for it will not come near you.
15If anyone attacks you, it is not from Me; whoever assails you will fall before you. 16Behold, I have created the craftsman who fans the coals into flame and forges a weapon fit for its task; and I have created the destroyer to wreak havoc.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 3:25–26 | Do not fear sudden danger or the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from the snare. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 30:10 | As for you, O Jacob My servant, do not be afraid, declares the LORD, and do not be dismayed, O Israel. For I will surely save you out of a distant place, your descendants from the land of their captivity! Jacob will return to quiet and ease, with no one to make him afraid. |
| 3 | Zechariah 9:8 | But I will camp around My house because of an army, because of those who march to and fro, and never again will an oppressor overrun My people, for now I keep watch with My own eyes. |
| 4 | Zechariah 8:3 | This is what the LORD says: “I will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem. Then Jerusalem will be called the City of Truth, and the mountain of the LORD of Hosts will be called the Holy Mountain.” |
| 5 | Ezekiel 36:27–28 | And I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes and to carefully observe My ordinances. Then you will live in the land that I gave your forefathers; you will be My people, and I will be your God. |
| 6 | Zechariah 2:4–5 | and said to him, “Run and tell that young man: ‘Jerusalem will be a city without walls because of the multitude of men and livestock within it. For I will be a wall of fire around it, declares the LORD, and I will be the glory within it.’” |
| 7 | Isaiah 1:26 | I will restore your judges as at first, and your counselors as at the beginning. After that you will be called the City of Righteousness, the Faithful City.” |
| 8 | Isaiah 9:4 | For as in the day of Midian You have shattered the yoke of their burden, the bar across their shoulders, and the rod of their oppressor. |
| 9 | Isaiah 61:10–1 | — |
| 10 | 2 Peter 3:13 | But in keeping with God’s promise, we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells. |
Isaiah 54:14 Summary
Isaiah 54:14 tells us that when we follow God and live in righteousness, we can trust that He will establish us and keep us safe from harm. This means we don't have to be afraid, because God is our protector and guide. As it says in Psalm 34:7, God's angels encamp around those who fear Him, delivering them from harm. By trusting in God's goodness and power, we can live with confidence and peace, knowing that He is always with us (as promised in Matthew 28:20), and that gives us the strength to face whatever challenges come our way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be established in righteousness?
Being established in righteousness means that our foundation is in God's goodness and justice, as seen in Isaiah 54:14, and it is through faith in Him that we are made righteous, as stated in Romans 5:1, and our lives are transformed to reflect His character.
How can we have no fear when there are so many things to be afraid of in the world?
According to Isaiah 54:14, we can have no fear because God promises to protect us from oppression and terror, and as Psalm 23:4 reminds us, even in the darkest of times, God is with us, comforting and guiding us.
What is the relationship between righteousness and freedom from fear?
Righteousness and freedom from fear are closely linked, as seen in Isaiah 54:14, because when we are established in God's righteousness, we can trust in His power and love to keep us safe, just as 2 Timothy 1:7 tells us that God has given us a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline, not of fear.
How does this verse relate to our everyday lives?
This verse reminds us that as followers of God, we are called to live in righteousness and trust in His protection, just as Isaiah 54:14 promises, and as we do, we can experience peace and freedom from fear, even in the midst of challenging circumstances, as Philippians 4:7 promises us a peace that transcends understanding.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am struggling with fear or anxiety, and how can I apply the promises of Isaiah 54:14 to those areas?
- In what ways can I trust in God's righteousness and power to establish me and keep me safe from oppression and terror?
- How can I reflect God's character and righteousness in my daily interactions with others, and what impact might that have on those around me?
- What does it mean for me to 'have no fear' in practical terms, and how can I live out that reality in my relationships and decisions?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 54:14
In righteousness shalt thou be established,.... In the righteousness of Christ, from whence flows the peace before spoken of, and which is the stability of the church of Christ, and the security of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 54:14
In righteousness shalt thou be established: thou shalt be far from oppression; for thou shalt not fear: and from terror; for it shall not come near thee.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 54:14
In righteousness; either, 1. As the means of thy establishment. This kingdom shall not be set up and settled by fraud or tyranny, as other kingdoms frequently are, but by justice. Or rather, 2. As the effect of the establishment. Thine affairs shall be managed with righteousness, which is the glory and felicity of any society, and not with oppression, as it follows. Justice shall be freely and impartially executed. Thou shalt be far from oppression; either by thine own governors, or by foreign powers. Thou shalt not fear; thou shalt neither have any just cause of fear, nor be given up to the torment of fear without cause.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 54:14
Isaiah 54:14 In righteousness shalt thou be established: thou shalt be far from oppression; for thou shalt not fear: and from terror; for it shall not come near thee.Ver. 14. In righteousness shalt thou be established.] Righteousness is here opposed to oppression. Regiment without righteousness, is but robbery with authority. For thou shalt not fear.] Or, That thou mayest not fear. And from terror.] Tyranny is terrible. For it shall not come near thee.] See Psalms 32:6.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 54:14
(14) Thou shalt be far from oppression . . .—On the assumption of Isaiah’s authorship the words stand out in contrast with his own experience of the “oppression” of Ahaz, of the “fear” and “terror” caused by Sargon and Sennacherib.
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 54:14
14. In righteousness shalt thou be established] (lit. shalt thou establish thyself) cf. Proverbs 24:3. “Righteousness” may describe the character of the citizens, but more probably it means that the position of the commonwealth is unassailable because based on right—on conformity to the divine order (see Isaiah 54:17). thou shalt be far from oppression] lit. be thou far from oppression (R.V. marg.), i.e. let it be far from thy thoughts. Here it is obvious from the context that “oppression” is not wrong perpetrated within the city, but external oppression which might be inflicted by its enemies. thou shalt not fear] i.e. hast no cause to fear. terror] or destruction.
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 54:14
In righteousness shalt thou be established - This is language which is appropriately addressed to a city or commonwealth.
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 54:14
13, 14. All thy children — Dwellers within the glorious city, or, in literal terms, all who are pure in heart and love the communion of Zion and of Zion’s Jehovah.
Sermons on Isaiah 54:14
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The Arm of the Lord - Part 6 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the theme of resurrection and its significance in the Bible. He highlights various instances in the New Testament where the resurrection of J |
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(February 1987) 09 - Woe to Jerusalem by Ray Lowe | In this sermon, the preacher shares his experiences of delivering a message to a church that rejected him. Despite the lack of reception, he continued to deliver the message. On th |
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Righteousness in the Old Testament by Art Katz | Art Katz explores the concept of righteousness in the Old Testament, emphasizing that it is fundamentally about fulfilling the demands of relationships, particularly with God and t |
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Presence of Mind by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of maintaining a presence of mind amidst sudden fears and the chaos of the wicked's desolation, reminding believers that God is their confid |
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Being Prepared by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the importance of being prudent and prepared for adversity, drawing lessons from biblical figures like Noah, Joseph, and the Apostle Paul who faced hardsh |
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God With Us by Dick Brogden | Dick Brogden preaches about the assurance and knowledge we have as believers because God came near to us, dwells in us, and His Word guides us. Through the story of Zechariah, we s |
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Commentary Notes - Zechariah by Walter Beuttler | Walter Beuttler preaches on the Book of Zechariah, highlighting the prophet's role in encouraging the Jews to rebuild the temple amidst opposition, with a promise of a bright futur |