Isaiah 32:4
Isaiah 32:4 in Multiple Translations
The mind of the rash will know and understand, and the stammering tongue will speak clearly and fluently.
The heart also of the rash shall understand knowledge, and the tongue of the stammerers shall be ready to speak plainly.
And the heart of the rash shall understand knowledge, and the tongue of the stammerers shall be ready to speak plainly.
The man of sudden impulses will become wise in heart, and he whose tongue is slow will get the power of talking clearly.
Those whose minds are impulsive will be sensible and think things through; those who stammer will speak clearly.
And the heart of the foolish shall vnderstand knowledge, and the tongue of the stutters shalbe ready to speake distinctly.
And the heart of those hastened Understandeth to know, And the tongue of stammerers hasteth to speak clearly.
The heart of the rash will understand knowledge, and the tongue of the stammerers will be ready to speak plainly.
The heart also of the rash shall understand knowledge, and the tongue of the stammerers shall be ready to speak plainly.
And the heart of fools shall understand knowledge, and the tongue of stammerers shall speak readily and plain.
Even those who act very hastily will have good sense, and those who cannot speak well will speak fluently and clearly.
Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 32:4
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Isaiah 32:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/לְבַ֥ב
נִמְהָרִ֖ים
יָבִ֣ין
לָ/דָ֑עַת
וּ/לְשׁ֣וֹן
עִלְּגִ֔ים
תְּמַהֵ֖ר
לְ/דַבֵּ֥ר
צָחֽוֹת
וּ/לְבַ֥ב
lêbâb
H3824
heart
Conj | N-ms
נִמְהָרִ֖ים
mâhar
H4116
to hasten
V-Niphal
יָבִ֣ין
bîyn
H995
to understand
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לָ/דָ֑עַת
yâdaʻ
H3045
to know
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
וּ/לְשׁ֣וֹן
lâshôwn
H3956
tongue
Conj | N-cs
עִלְּגִ֔ים
ʻillêg
H5926
stammerer
Adj
תְּמַהֵ֖ר
mâhar
H4116
to hasten
V-Piel-Imperf-3fs
לְ/דַבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
צָחֽוֹת
tsach
H6703
dazzling
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 32:4
וּ/לְבַ֥ב
lêbâb
H3824
"heart"
Conj | N-ms
The heart is the innermost part of a person, including their mind, will, and emotions. In the book of Psalms, David talks about his heart being heavy with sorrow, while in the book of Proverbs, it discusses the importance of guarding one's heart.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, soul, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage Aramaic equivalent: le.vav (לְבַב "heart" H3825)
Usage: Occurs in 230 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] bethink themselves, breast, comfortably, courage, ((faint), (tender-) heart(-ed), midst, mind, [idiom] unawares, understanding. See also: Genesis 20:5; 1 Chronicles 17:2; Psalms 4:5.
נִמְהָרִ֖ים
mâhar
H4116
"to hasten"
V-Niphal
This word means to hurry or do something quickly, like when someone is in a rush. It can also mean to buy something by paying a price. The Bible uses it in Genesis.
Definition: 1)(Qal) to hasten 1a) (Niphal) to be hurried, be anxious 1a) hasty, precipitate, impetuous 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to hasten, make haste 1b2) hasten (used as adverb with another verb) 1b3) to hasten, prepare quickly, do quickly, bring quickly
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: be carried headlong, fearful, (cause to make, in, make) haste(-n, -ily), (be) hasty, (fetch, make ready) [idiom] quickly, rash, [idiom] shortly, (be so) [idiom] soon, make speed, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] straightway, [idiom] suddenly, swift. See also: Genesis 18:6; 1 Samuel 28:24; Psalms 16:4.
יָבִ֣ין
bîyn
H995
"to understand"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To understand or discern, this verb means to separate mentally and know something with your mind, as seen in Proverbs where it talks about gaining insight.
Definition: 1) to discern, understand, consider 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to perceive, discern 1a2) to understand, know (with the mind) 1a3) to observe, mark, give heed to, distinguish, consider 1a4) to have discernment, insight, understanding 1b) (Niphal) to be discerning, intelligent, discreet, have understanding 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to understand 1c2) to cause to understand, give understanding, teach 1d) (Hithpolel) to show oneself discerning or attentive, consider diligently 1e) (Polel) to teach, instruct 2) (TWOT) prudent, regard
Usage: Occurs in 162 OT verses. KJV: attend, consider, be cunning, diligently, direct, discern, eloquent, feel, inform, instruct, have intelligence, know, look well to, mark, perceive, be prudent, regard, (can) skill(-full), teach, think, (cause, make to, get, give, have) understand(-ing), view, (deal) wise(-ly, man). See also: Genesis 41:33; Psalms 139:2; Psalms 5:2.
לָ/דָ֑עַת
yâdaʻ
H3045
"to know"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
The Hebrew word for to know means to ascertain by seeing, and is used in many senses, including to learn, perceive, and recognize, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to know 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to know 1a1a) to know, learn to know 1a1b) to perceive 1a1c) to perceive and see, find out and discern 1a1d) to discriminate, distinguish 1a1e) to know by experience 1a1f) to recognise, admit, acknowledge, confess 1a1g) to consider 1a2) to know, be acquainted with 1a3) to know (a person carnally) 1a4) to know how, be skilful in 1a5) to have knowledge, be wise 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be made known, be or become known, be revealed 1b2) to make oneself known 1b3) to be perceived 1b4) to be instructed 1c) (Piel) to cause to know 1d) (Poal) to cause to know 1e) (Pual) 1e1) to be known 1e2) known, one known, acquaintance (participle) 1f) (Hiphil) to make known, declare 1g) (Hophal) to be made known 1h) (Hithpael) to make oneself known, reveal oneself Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדַע "to know" H3046)
Usage: Occurs in 874 OT verses. KJV: acknowledge, acquaintance(-ted with), advise, answer, appoint, assuredly, be aware, (un-) awares, can(-not), certainly, comprehend, consider, [idiom] could they, cunning, declare, be diligent, (can, cause to) discern, discover, endued with, familiar friend, famous, feel, can have, be (ig-) norant, instruct, kinsfolk, kinsman, (cause to let, make) know, (come to give, have, take) knowledge, have (knowledge), (be, make, make to be, make self) known, [phrase] be learned, [phrase] lie by man, mark, perceive, privy to, [idiom] prognosticator, regard, have respect, skilful, shew, can (man of) skill, be sure, of a surety, teach, (can) tell, understand, have (understanding), [idiom] will be, wist, wit, wot. See also: Genesis 3:5; Leviticus 5:4; Judges 21:12.
וּ/לְשׁ֣וֹן
lâshôwn
H3956
"tongue"
Conj | N-cs
The tongue, used for eating, speaking, or describing a language. In the Bible, it appears in many books, including Genesis 11:1 and Acts 2:4.
Definition: : tongue/words 1) tongue 1a) tongue (of men) 1a1) tongue (literal) 1a2) tongue (organ of speech) 1b) language 1c) tongue (of animals) 1d) tongue (of fire) 1e) wedge, bay of sea (tongue-shaped)
Usage: Occurs in 115 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] babbler, bay, [phrase] evil speaker, language, talker, tongue, wedge. See also: Genesis 10:5; Psalms 126:2; Psalms 5:10.
עִלְּגִ֔ים
ʻillêg
H5926
"stammerer"
Adj
A stammerer is someone who has trouble speaking clearly, like Moses who said he was slow of speech and stuttered, as described in Exodus 4.
Definition: speaking inarticulately, stammering
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: stammerer. See also: Isaiah 32:4.
תְּמַהֵ֖ר
mâhar
H4116
"to hasten"
V-Piel-Imperf-3fs
This word means to hurry or do something quickly, like when someone is in a rush. It can also mean to buy something by paying a price. The Bible uses it in Genesis.
Definition: 1)(Qal) to hasten 1a) (Niphal) to be hurried, be anxious 1a) hasty, precipitate, impetuous 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to hasten, make haste 1b2) hasten (used as adverb with another verb) 1b3) to hasten, prepare quickly, do quickly, bring quickly
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: be carried headlong, fearful, (cause to make, in, make) haste(-n, -ily), (be) hasty, (fetch, make ready) [idiom] quickly, rash, [idiom] shortly, (be so) [idiom] soon, make speed, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] straightway, [idiom] suddenly, swift. See also: Genesis 18:6; 1 Samuel 28:24; Psalms 16:4.
לְ/דַבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
צָחֽוֹת
tsach
H6703
"dazzling"
Adj
This Hebrew word describes something as bright and dazzling, like a sunny day. It can also mean clear or evident, as in a plain or obvious truth. This word is used to describe God's glory in the Bible.
Definition: dazzling, glowing, clear, bright
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: clear, dry, plainly, white. See also: Song of Solomon 5:10; Isaiah 32:4; Isaiah 18:4.
Study Notes — Isaiah 32:4
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- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 32:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 32:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 32:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 32:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 32:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 32:4
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 32:4
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 32:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 32:4
- Sermons on Isaiah 32:4
Context — A Righteous King
2Each 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.
3Then the eyes of those who see will no longer be closed, and the ears of those who hear will listen.
4The mind of the rash will know and understand, and the stammering tongue will speak clearly and fluently.
5No longer will a fool be called noble, nor a scoundrel be respected. 6For a fool speaks foolishness; his mind plots iniquity. He practices ungodliness and speaks falsely about the LORD; he leaves the hungry empty and deprives the thirsty of drink.Cross References
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| 1 | Isaiah 29:24 | Then the wayward in spirit will come to understanding, and those who grumble will accept instruction.” |
| 2 | Luke 21:14–15 | So make up your mind not to worry beforehand how to defend yourselves. For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict. |
| 3 | Matthew 16:17 | Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah! For this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by My Father in heaven. |
| 4 | Galatians 1:23 | They only heard the account: “The man who formerly persecuted us is now preaching the faith he once tried to destroy.” |
| 5 | Acts 6:7 | So the word of God continued to spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem grew rapidly, and a great number of priests became obedient to the faith. |
| 6 | Acts 2:4–12 | And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. Now there were dwelling in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. And when this sound rang out, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard them speaking his own language. Astounded and amazed, they asked, “Are not all these men who are speaking Galileans? How is it then that each of us hears them in his own native language? Parthians, Medes, and Elamites; residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene; visitors from Rome, both Jews and converts to Judaism; Cretans and Arabs—we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!” Astounded and perplexed, they asked one another, “What does this mean?” |
| 7 | Song of Solomon 7:9 | and your mouth like the finest wine. The Bride May it flow smoothly to my beloved, gliding gently over lips and teeth. |
| 8 | Acts 26:9–11 | So then, I too was convinced that I ought to do all I could to oppose the name of Jesus of Nazareth. And that is what I did in Jerusalem. With authority from the chief priests I put many of the saints in prison, and when they were condemned to death, I cast my vote against them. I frequently had them punished in the synagogues, and I tried to make them blaspheme. In my raging fury against them, I even went to foreign cities to persecute them. |
| 9 | Acts 4:13 | When they saw the boldness of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they marveled and took note that these men had been with Jesus. |
| 10 | Matthew 11:25 | At that time Jesus declared, “I praise You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because You have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. |
Isaiah 32:4 Summary
[Isaiah 32:4 is a promise that one day, people who act without thinking will become wise and understanding, and those who struggle to express themselves will speak clearly and confidently, much like the transformation seen in Proverbs 1:7 where fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by 'the mind of the rash' in Isaiah 32:4?
The 'mind of the rash' refers to individuals who act impulsively without careful consideration, but in the future, they will know and understand, as seen in Isaiah 32:4, much like the transformation described in Ezekiel 36:26 where God gives His people a new heart and a new spirit.
How will the 'stammering tongue' speak clearly and fluently?
The 'stammering tongue' symbolizes those who struggle to express themselves, but according to Isaiah 32:4, they will speak clearly, much like the boldness given to the disciples in Acts 2:4 when they received the Holy Spirit, enabling them to speak the gospel clearly and fluently.
Is this verse talking about a physical healing or a spiritual one?
While physical healing is a possibility, the context of Isaiah 32:4 suggests a spiritual transformation, where individuals who were once unable to understand or express spiritual truths will be given the ability to do so, as promised in Jeremiah 31:34 where it says 'they will all know Me'.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
Isaiah 32:4 is part of a larger description of the future kingdom of God, where the blind will see, the deaf will hear, and the foolish will gain understanding, as described in Isaiah 32:3 and Isaiah 32:5, highlighting the transformation that will occur when God's people are redeemed.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I act impulsively, and how can I seek God's guidance to make more thoughtful decisions?
- Are there times when I struggle to express my faith or share the gospel with others, and what can I do to prepare myself to speak clearly and fluently about my beliefs?
- How can I be more mindful of those around me who may be struggling to understand or express spiritual truths, and what role can I play in helping them?
- What does this verse reveal about God's heart for those who are struggling, and how can I reflect that heart in my interactions with others?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 32:4
The heart also of the rash shall understand knowledge,.... Such who have been hasty and precipitant, as the word (c) signifies; who have not given themselves time to consider what they have read or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 32:4
The heart also of the rash shall understand knowledge, and the tongue of the stammerers shall be ready to speak plainly.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 32:4
The rash; who were hasty and heady in judging of things; which is an argument of ignorance and folly. Shall understand knowledge; shall become more knowing and considerate in their judgments and actions. The stammerers; that used to speak of the things of God darkly, and doubtfully, and unwillingly. As men’ s understandings shall then be enlightened, so their speech shall be reformed; which though it was in part fulfilled in Hezekiah; this reformation being effected in some measure by his counsel and example, and by the powerful preaching of the Levites, whom he excited and encouraged to teach the good knowledge of the Lord, as is said, ; yet was truly and fully accomplished only by Christ, who wrought this wonderful change in an innumerable company both of Jews and Gentiles.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 32:4
Isaiah 32:4 The heart also of the rash shall understand knowledge, and the tongue of the stammerers shall be ready to speak plainly.Ver. 4. The heart also of the rash.] Heb., Of the hasty ones, such as are headlong and inconsiderate, that weigh not things, that say not, What shall we do in the end thereof? And the tongue of the stammerers.] That once did but bungle at holy discourse, pronouncing as it were Sibboleth for Shibboleth, and marring a good tale in the telling; as not understanding either what they say, or whereof they affirm. Shall be ready to speak plainly.] Shall be forward to speak fruitfully, having a holy dexterity therein. The Corinthians are commended for their utterance; they could express themselves fitly, and they would do it freely. To speak plainly.] Heb., Neat or clear words; limpida, nitida; a metaphor from clear or fair weather.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 32:4
(4) The heart also of the rash . . .—“Heart,” as in Proverbs 4:23 and elsewhere, for the intellect rather than the emotions. The “rash” are those that are “hurried,” precipitate, reckless; the “stammerers,” those who have no power to speak clearly of the things of God, who hesitate and are undecided.
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 32:4
4. the rash] i.e. the hasty, inconsiderate person, who constantly blurts out crude and ill-judged opinions. The stammerers, on the other hand, are those who, even when their thoughts are right, lack the gift of clear utterance. To the former class is promised “understanding,” to the latter the power to speak promptly and “plainly” (lit. lucidities). Sound judgment and fluent speech combine to form a good popular orator.
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 32:4
The heart also of the rash - Margin, ‘Hasty.’ The Hebrew word denotes those who hasten; that is, those who are precipitate in forming a judgment, or deciding on a course of action.
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 32:4
3, 4. Eyes… not be dim… ears… hearken — Under which Messiah the process of heart-hardening will not be the rule, as in the prophet’s time, but the exception.
Sermons on Isaiah 32:4
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Manifest Presence of God - Part 12 by Walter Beuttler | Walter Beuttler delves into Revelation 3:20-21, emphasizing the importance of attentiveness to the Lord's knock on the door of our hearts, signaling His desire for communion with u |
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The Indwelling Master by Richard E. Bieber | Richard E. Bieber preaches about the transformative power of Christ living inside believers, guiding, empowering, and inspiring them to break free from old habits and attitudes. Th |
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Be Filled With the Holy Spirit - Part 1 by Jackie Pullinger | In this sermon, the speaker shares his experiences of preaching the gospel in a challenging environment. He talks about how he spent time with gangsters and criminals, sharing the |
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(The Law of the Holy Spirit) Jesus Stayed Away Sin by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of moving beyond the basic teachings of Christianity and pursuing a deeper level of spiritual maturity. He uses the analogy of |
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Marks of the Elect by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of moral sensitivity and how it relates to the reception of the gospel. He emphasizes that not everyone is receptive to the messa |
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From Simon to Peter #26 - the Holy Spirit and Peter's Mind - Part 1 by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the audience's understanding of the scriptures and their familiarity with the word of God. He emphasizes that simply attending meetings or rel |
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(The Truth Will Set You Free) Freedom From the Curse by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of treating others with kindness and fairness, as taught by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. He warns against speaking evil a |