Isaiah 30:21
Isaiah 30:21 in Multiple Translations
And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.”
And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.
and thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it; when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.
And at your back, when you are turning to the right hand or to the left, a voice will be sounding in your ears, saying, This is the way in which you are to go.
When you walk to the right or to the left, you will hear this command coming from behind you: “This is the way to follow.”
And thine eares shall heare a worde behind thee, saying, This is the way, walke ye in it, when thou turnest to the right hand, and when thou turnest to the left.
And thine ear heareth a word behind thee, Saying, 'This [is] the way, go ye in it,' When ye turn to the right, And when ye turn to the left.
and when you turn to the right hand, and when you turn to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way. Walk in it.”
And thy ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.
And thy ears shall hear the word of one admonishing thee behind thy back: This is the way, walk ye in it: and go not aside neither to the right hand, nor to the left.
And you will hear him speak to you to guide you. Right behind you he will say, “This is the road on which you should walk; walk on this road!”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 30:21
Study Notes — Isaiah 30:21
- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 30:21 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 30:21
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 30:21
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 30:21
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 30:21
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
- Sermons on Isaiah 30:21
Context — God Will Be Gracious
21And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.”
22So you will desecrate your silver-plated idols and your gold-plated images. You will throw them away like menstrual cloths, saying to them, “Be gone!” 23Then He will send rain for the seed that you have sown in the ground, and the food that comes from your land will be rich and plentiful. On that day your cattle will graze in open pastures.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 32:8 | I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you. |
| 2 | Proverbs 3:5–6 | Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. |
| 3 | Isaiah 58:11 | The LORD will always guide you; He will satisfy you in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. |
| 4 | Isaiah 42:16 | I will lead the blind by a way they did not know; I will guide them on unfamiliar paths. I will turn darkness into light before them and rough places into level ground. These things I will do for them, and I will not forsake them. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 5:32 | So be careful to do as the LORD your God has commanded you; you are not to turn aside to the right or to the left. |
| 6 | Isaiah 35:8–9 | And there will be a highway called the Way of Holiness. The unclean will not travel it— only those who walk in the Way— and fools will not stray onto it. 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. |
| 7 | Psalms 143:8–10 | Let me hear Your loving devotion in the morning, for I have put my trust in You. Teach me the way I should walk, for to You I lift up my soul. Deliver me from my enemies, O LORD; I flee to You for refuge. Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 6:16 | This is what the LORD says: “Stand at the crossroads and look. Ask for the ancient paths: ‘Where is the good way?’ Then walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it!’ |
| 9 | Isaiah 48:17 | Thus says the LORD your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “I am the LORD your God, who teaches you for your benefit, who directs you in the way you should go. |
| 10 | Joshua 1:7 | Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go. |
Isaiah 30:21 Summary
[This verse is a beautiful promise that God will guide us and direct us as we navigate life's journey. He will whisper in our ear and say, 'This is the way, walk in it,' helping us to make decisions that align with His will. As we seek to follow God, we can trust that He will provide the wisdom and guidance we need, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11, where He promises to give us a future and a hope. By listening to His gentle voice, we can walk in confidence and trust, knowing that He is always with us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to hear a command behind us in Isaiah 30:21?
This refers to the gentle, guiding voice of the Holy Spirit, who helps us navigate life's decisions, as seen in John 16:13, where Jesus promises the Spirit will guide us into all truth.
Is this verse promising that we will always know the right direction to take?
While God does promise to guide us, this verse is not a guarantee that we will always have perfect clarity on every decision, but rather that He will be with us and guide us as we seek Him, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are encouraged to trust in the Lord with all our heart.
How does this verse relate to the idea of following God's will?
This verse emphasizes the importance of listening to God's gentle guidance and following His leading, which is a key part of discerning and following His will for our lives, as seen in Romans 12:2, where we are encouraged to be transformed by the renewing of our minds to discern God's will.
Can we apply this verse to our everyday lives?
Yes, this verse encourages us to be attentive to God's guidance in all aspects of our lives, whether big decisions or small, and to trust that He will provide the wisdom and direction we need, as seen in James 1:5, where we are encouraged to ask God for wisdom if we lack it.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am seeking guidance, and how can I be more attentive to God's gentle voice?
- How have I experienced God's guidance in the past, and what can I learn from those experiences?
- What are some ways I can cultivate a greater sense of listening to God's voice in my daily life?
- How does this verse encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty and guidance, even when I don't have all the answers?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 30:21
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 30:21
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 30:21
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 30:21
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 30:21
Sermons on Isaiah 30:21
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The Sound of His Voice by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of hearing and obeying the voice of God. He emphasizes that Jesus lived his life on earth completely dependent on the voice o |
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A Call to Return to God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of God's word in our lives. He refers to a verse in the Bible that talks about God's promise to bring rivers to the mountains |
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Religiosity or Spirituality - Listening to the Spirit by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and fulfilling the specific work that God has given us. He uses Jesus as an example, highlighting how Jesus o |
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A Song of Degrees - Facing God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of preservation and how it relates to our lives. He emphasizes that God is the ultimate preserver and that our actions of going o |
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Shekinah by David Roper | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of the Israelites being led by a cloud in the wilderness. He emphasizes that following God's will requires a willingness to go where |
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Recognizing the Voice of God by Henry Blackaby | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of recognizing the voice of God. He starts by referencing John 10:3-4, where Jesus describes himself as the shepherd and his f |
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First Baptist Church - Part 2 by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker shares powerful testimonies of transformation and revival in their church. They recount how one man, Martin Bucker, experienced a profound change of hea |






