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Isaiah 57:18

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Isaiah 57:18 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

I have seen his ways, but I will heal him; I will guide him and restore comfort to him and his mourners,

King James Version KJV

I have seen his ways, and will heal him: I will lead him also, and restore comforts unto him and to his mourners.

American Standard Version ASV

I have seen his ways, and will heal him: I will lead him also, and restore comforts unto him and to his mourners.

Bible in Basic English BBE

I have seen his ways, and I will make him well: I will give him rest, comforting him and his people who are sad.

Free Bible Version FBV

I know what they're doing, but I will heal them. I will lead them and comfort those who mourn,

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

I haue seene his wayes, and wil heale him: I wil leade him also, and restore comfort vnto him, and to those that lament him.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

His ways I have seen, and I heal him, yea, I lead him, And recompense comforts to him and to his mourning ones.

World English Bible WEB

I have seen his ways, and will heal him. I will lead him also, and restore comforts to him and to his mourners.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

I have seen his ways, and will heal him: I will lead him also, and restore comforts to him and to his mourners.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

I saw his ways, and I healed him, and brought him back, and restored comforts to him, and to them that mourn for him.

Translation for Translators T4T

I have seen the evil things that they continually do, but I will restore them and lead them. I will encourage/comfort them. And to those who are mourning,

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Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 57:18

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Isaiah 57:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB דְּרָכָ֥י/ו רָאִ֖יתִי וְ/אֶרְפָּאֵ֑/הוּ וְ/אַנְחֵ֕/הוּ וַ/אֲשַׁלֵּ֧ם נִֽחֻמִ֛ים ל֖/וֹ וְ/לַ/אֲבֵלָֽי/ו
דְּרָכָ֥י/ו derek H1870 way N-cp | Suff
רָאִ֖יתִי râʼâh H7200 Provider V-Qal-Perf-1cs
וְ/אֶרְפָּאֵ֑/הוּ râphâʼ H7495 to heal Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-1cs | Suff
וְ/אַנְחֵ֕/הוּ nâchâh H5148 to lead Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
וַ/אֲשַׁלֵּ֧ם shâlam H7999 to complete Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-1cs
נִֽחֻמִ֛ים nichûwm H5150 comfort N-mp
ל֖/וֹ Prep | Suff
וְ/לַ/אֲבֵלָֽי/ו ʼâbêl H57 mourning Conj | Prep | Adj | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 57:18

דְּרָכָ֥י/ו derek H1870 "way" N-cp | Suff
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
רָאִ֖יתִי râʼâh H7200 "Provider" V-Qal-Perf-1cs
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
וְ/אֶרְפָּאֵ֑/הוּ râphâʼ H7495 "to heal" Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-1cs | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to heal or mend, often referring to God's power to cure physical or emotional hurts, as seen in Psalm 103:3.
Definition: 1) to heal, make healthful 1a) (Qal) to heal 1a1) of God 1a2) healer, physician (of men) 1a3) of hurts of nations involving restored favour (fig) 1a4) of individual distresses (fig) 1b) (Niphal) to be healed 1b1) literal (of persons) 1b2) of water, pottery 1b3) of national hurts (fig) 1b4) of personal distress (fig) 1c) (Piel) to heal 1c1) literal 1c2) of national defects or hurts (fig) 1d) (Hithpael) in order to get healed (infinitive)
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: cure, (cause to) heal, physician, repair, [idiom] thoroughly, make whole. See H7503 (רָפָה). See also: Genesis 20:17; Psalms 107:20; Psalms 6:3.
וְ/אַנְחֵ֕/הוּ nâchâh H5148 "to lead" Conj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff
To lead or guide is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also imply transporting people into exile or as colonists. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Exodus and 1 Kings, to describe leadership and migration.
Definition: 1) to lead, guide 1a) (Qal) to lead, bring 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, guide
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: bestow, bring, govern, guide, lead (forth), put, straiten. See also: Genesis 24:27; Psalms 31:4; Psalms 5:9.
וַ/אֲשַׁלֵּ֧ם shâlam H7999 "to complete" Conj | V-Piel-Imperf-1cs
This verb means to be at peace or to make peace with someone. It is used in the Bible to describe a state of safety or friendship. In the KJV, it is translated as 'make amends' or 'be at peace'.
Definition: 1) to be complete, be sound 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be complete, be finished, be ended 1a2) to be sound, be uninjured 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to complete, finish 1b2) to make safe 1b3) to make whole or good, restore, make compensation 1b4) to make good, pay 1b5) to requite, recompense, reward 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be performed 1c2) to be repaid, be requited 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to complete, perform 1d2) to make an end of Aramaic equivalent: she.lam (שְׁלֵם "be complete" H8000)
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: make amends, (make an) end, finish, full, give again, make good, (re-) pay (again), (make) (to) (be at) peace(-able), that is perfect, perform, (make) prosper(-ous), recompense, render, requite, make restitution, restore, reward, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 44:4; Psalms 7:5; Psalms 22:26.
נִֽחֻמִ֛ים nichûwm H5150 "comfort" N-mp
This word means comfort or solace, providing a sense of consolation. It is often used to describe God's comfort and compassion. In the Bible, it is translated as comfort or repenting.
Definition: 1) comfort, compassion 1a) comfort 1b) compassion
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: comfort(-able), repenting. See also: Isaiah 57:18; Hosea 11:8; Zechariah 1:13.
ל֖/וֹ "" Prep | Suff
וְ/לַ/אֲבֵלָֽי/ו ʼâbêl H57 "mourning" Conj | Prep | Adj | Suff
This Hebrew word means mourning or lamenting, often for the dead or because of a disaster. It appears in the Bible as a time of sorrow. In the KJV, it is translated as mourn or mourner.
Definition: 1) mourning 1a) for the dead 1b) because of calamity 1c) of rites of mourning 2) mourner (subst.) 2a) for the dead 2b) for calamity
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: mourn(-er, -ing). See also: Genesis 37:35; Isaiah 57:18; Psalms 35:14.

Study Notes — Isaiah 57:18

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1 Jeremiah 33:6 Nevertheless, I will bring to it health and healing, and I will heal its people and reveal to them the abundance of peace and truth.
2 Revelation 7:17 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.’ ”
3 Jeremiah 3:22 “Return, O faithless children, and I will heal your faithlessness.” “Here we are. We come to You, for You are the LORD our God.
4 Hosea 14:4–8 I will heal their apostasy; I will freely love them, for My anger has turned away from them. I will be like the dew to Israel; he will blossom like the lily and take root like the cedars of Lebanon. His shoots will sprout, and his splendor will be like the olive tree, his fragrance like the cedars of Lebanon. They will return and dwell in his shade; they will grow grain and blossom like the vine. His renown will be like the wine of Lebanon. O Ephraim, what have I to do anymore with idols? It is I who answer and watch over him. I am like a flourishing cypress; your fruit comes from Me.
5 Jeremiah 31:3 The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have drawn you with loving devotion.
6 Isaiah 61:1–3 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, to console the mourners in Zion— to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.
7 Jeremiah 13:17 But if you do not listen, I will weep in secret because of your pride. My eyes will overflow with tears, because the LORD’s flock has been taken captive.
8 Jeremiah 31:18–20 I have surely heard Ephraim’s moaning: ‘You disciplined me severely, like an untrained calf. Restore me, that I may return, for You are the LORD my God. After I returned, I repented; and after I was instructed, I struck my thigh in grief. I was ashamed and humiliated because I bore the disgrace of my youth.’ Is not Ephraim a precious son to Me, a delightful child? Though I often speak against him, I still remember him. Therefore My heart yearns for him; I have great compassion for him,” declares the LORD.
9 Ezekiel 16:60–63 But I will remember the covenant I made with you in the days of your youth, and I will establish an everlasting covenant with you. Then you will remember your ways and be ashamed when you receive your older and younger sisters. I will give them to you as daughters, but not because of My covenant with you. So I will establish My covenant with you, and you will know that I am the LORD, so that when I make atonement for all you have done, you will remember and be ashamed and never again open your mouth because of your disgrace, declares the Lord GOD.”
10 Ecclesiastes 9:4 There is hope, however, for anyone who is among the living; for even a live dog is better than a dead lion.

Isaiah 57:18 Summary

This verse is saying that even though God sees all our mistakes and wrong choices, He still wants to help us and make us whole again. He wants to guide us and give us peace, just like it says in John 14:27, where Jesus says 'Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.' God's love is not based on how good or bad we are, but on His own goodness and mercy, as seen in Psalm 23:4, where it says 'Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff comfort me.'

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when God says 'I have seen his ways' in Isaiah 57:18?

This phrase indicates that God is fully aware of the individual's actions and choices, and yet, He still chooses to heal and restore them, as seen in Psalm 139:1-6, where God's omniscience is highlighted.

How can God heal someone who has been disobedient and sinful?

God's healing is not based on our worthiness, but on His mercy and love, as expressed in Romans 5:8, where it says 'But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.'

What is the significance of God restoring comfort to the mourners?

The mourners represent those who are grieving and suffering, and God's restoration of comfort to them signifies His desire to bring peace and solace to those who are hurting, as seen in Matthew 5:4, where it says 'Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.'

How does this verse relate to God's character?

This verse showcases God's compassionate and gracious nature, as described in Exodus 34:6-7, where God is said to be 'slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin.'

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways in which I have turned back to the desires of my own heart, and how can I surrender those desires to God?
  2. How have I experienced God's healing and restoration in my own life, and how can I share that with others?
  3. What are some areas in my life where I need God's guidance and comfort, and how can I seek Him for those things?
  4. In what ways can I be a source of comfort and peace to those around me who are hurting, and how can I point them to God's love and restoration?

Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 57:18

I have seen his ways, and will heal him,.... Either the ways of such who trust in the Lord, the ways of the humble and contrite, who are brought by repentance and reformation, by the dealings of God

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 57:18

I have seen his ways, and will heal him: I will lead him also, and restore comforts unto him and to his mourners.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 57:18

I have seen his ways; I have taken notice of these evil ways in which he seems resolved to walk, and that he is neither bettered by mercies nor judgments. And will heal him; or, yet I will heal him. Although I might justly destroy him, and leave him to perish in his own ways, yet of my mere mercy, and for my own name’ s sake, I will pity him, and turn him from his sins, and bring him out of his troubles. And, or, to wit, the copulative conjunction being put expositively, as it is frequently, to his mourners; to those who are humbled under God’ s hand, that mourn in Zion, ,3, for their own and others’ sins, , and for the calamities of God’ s church and people, .

Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 57:18

Isaiah 57:18 I have seen his ways, and will heal him: I will lead him also, and restore comforts unto him and to his mourners.Ver. 18. I have seen his ways.] His ways of covetousness, crossness, &c. I could be as cross as he for the heart of him, but I will heal him,] q.d., I see these froward children will lay nothing to heart; frowns will not humble them, blows will not benefit them; if I do not save them till they seek me, they will never be saved. Therefore I will work for mine own name’ s sake. See Ezekiel 20:8; Ezekiel 20:14; Ezekiel 20:22; Ezekiel 20:44. And restore comforts unto him, and to his mourners.] To those that mourn in secret for his sins and miseries; and to others for their sakes, ratione consortii.

Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 57:18

(18) I have seen his ways . . .—The words have been interpreted: (1) of the evil ways described in the previous verse; (2) of the way of repentance into which Israel had been led by chastisement. (1) seems most in harmony with the context. The paths had been rough and thorny, but Jehovah presents Himself as the Healer to those who had been wounded by them, and leads them into a better way. The “mourners” are those who have been touched as with the “godly sorrow” of 2 Corinthians 7:10-11.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 57:18

Verse 18. I have seen his ways] Probably these verses refer to the restoration of the Jews from captivity.

Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 57:18

18. I have seen his ways] Either “his sinful ways” or “the amendment of his ways.” The first view is perhaps more probable, in which case the words would be better joined to the preceding verse (so Duhm). and will heal him] Or, “And I will heal him,”—beginning a new sentence. Cf. Hosea 6:1; Hosea 14:4; Jeremiah 3:22. For comforts read comfort. his mourners] ch.Isaiah 61:2, Isaiah 66:10.

Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 57:18

I have seen his ways - That is, either his ways of sin, or of repentance most probably it means the former; and the idea is, that God had seen how prone his people were to sin, and that he would now

Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 57:18

18. I have seen his ways — Man’s ways. Either his ways of rebellion or his ways of repentance, it is uncertain which; perhaps both: the one caused God to withdraw his favour, the other, to return it.

Sermons on Isaiah 57:18

SermonDescription
David Wilkerson Supernatural Comfort by David Wilkerson David Wilkerson emphasizes the theme of supernatural comfort provided by the Holy Spirit during trials and tribulations. He explains that while God does not promise deliverance fro
David Wilkerson God Be Praised! by David Wilkerson David Wilkerson shares a powerful message of hope for those feeling abandoned or in despair, recounting a friend's experience of receiving a timely word from God that restored his
J.C. Philpot The Fruit of the Lips by J.C. Philpot J.C. Philpot preaches on the promise of peace and healing from God to those who are far off and near. He emphasizes the need for God's creation of the fruit of the lips, such as co
Michael Koulianos Holy Communion - His Body and Blood by Michael Koulianos Michael Koulianos emphasizes the significance of Holy Communion, inviting the congregation to surrender fully to Jesus and experience His healing presence. He highlights the power
J.C. Philpot The Sin Sick Soul and the Great Physician by J.C. Philpot J.C. Philpot preaches about the need for a great Physician for those who are spiritually sick, drawing parallels from how Jesus dealt with cavilers and critics in the Bible. He emp
David Wilkerson Dearly Beloved by David Wilkerson David Wilkerson emphasizes the power of God's promises and the importance of anchoring our faith in His Word. He encourages believers to listen to the Holy Spirit and to trust in s
Mary Wilder Tileston Center of the Soul by Mary Wilder Tileston Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about true peace being found when the soul revolves around its center, Almighty God, craving only what God supplies, with passions subdued and in harm
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