Isaiah 42:12
Isaiah 42:12 in Multiple Translations
Let them give glory to the LORD and declare His praise in the islands.
Let them give glory unto the LORD, and declare his praise in the islands.
Let them give glory unto Jehovah, and declare his praise in the islands.
Let them give glory to the Lord, sounding his praise in the sea-lands.
Let them glorify the Lord and praise him in the islands.
Let them giue glorie vnto the Lord, and declare his praise in the ylands.
They ascribe to Jehovah honour, And His praise in the isles they declare.
Let them give glory to the LORD, and declare his praise in the islands.
Let them give glory to the LORD, and declare his praise in the isles.
They shall give glory to the Lord, and shall declare his praise in the islands.
Even people who live on distant islands should honor Yahweh and sing to praise him.
Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 42:12
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Isaiah 42:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יָשִׂ֥ימוּ
לַֽ/יהוָ֖ה
כָּב֑וֹד
וּ/תְהִלָּת֖/וֹ
בָּ/אִיִּ֥ים
יַגִּֽידוּ
יָשִׂ֥ימוּ
sûwm
H7760
to set
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
לַֽ/יהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
כָּב֑וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
glory
N-cs
וּ/תְהִלָּת֖/וֹ
tᵉhillâh
H8416
praise
Conj | N-fs | Suff
בָּ/אִיִּ֥ים
ʼîy
H339
coastland
Prep | N-mp
יַגִּֽידוּ
nâgad
H5046
to tell
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 42:12
יָשִׂ֥ימוּ
sûwm
H7760
"to set"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to put or place something, and is used in many different ways in the Bible, such as to appoint or determine something. It is first used in Genesis to describe God's creation. In the KJV, it is translated as 'appoint' or 'set' in various contexts.
Definition: : make/establish 1) to put, place, set, appoint, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put, set, lay, put or lay upon, lay (violent) hands on 1a2) to set, direct, direct toward 1a2a) to extend (compassion) (fig) 1a3) to set, ordain, establish, found, appoint, constitute, make, determine, fix 1a4) to set, station, put, set in place, plant, fix 1a5) to make, make for, transform into, constitute, fashion, work, bring to pass, appoint, give 1b) (Hiphil) to set or make for a sign 1c) (Hophal) to be set
Usage: Occurs in 550 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring, call (a name), care, cast in, change, charge, commit, consider, convey, determine, [phrase] disguise, dispose, do, get, give, heap up, hold, impute, lay (down, up), leave, look, make (out), mark, [phrase] name, [idiom] on, ordain, order, [phrase] paint, place, preserve, purpose, put (on), [phrase] regard, rehearse, reward, (cause to) set (on, up), shew, [phrase] stedfastly, take, [idiom] tell, [phrase] tread down, (over-)turn, [idiom] wholly, work. See also: Genesis 2:8; Leviticus 20:5; 1 Samuel 21:13.
לַֽ/יהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
כָּב֑וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
"glory"
N-cs
Glory refers to great honor or splendor, often used to describe God's majesty, as in Psalm 138:5 where David praises God's glorious name. It can also refer to wealth or abundance, like in Genesis 31:1 where Jacob's wealth is described.
Definition: 1) glory, honour, glorious, abundance 1a) abundance, riches 1b) honour, splendour, glory 1c) honour, dignity 1d) honour, reputation 1e) honour, reverence, glory 1f) glory
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: glorious(-ly), glory, honour(-able). See also: Genesis 31:1; Psalms 113:4; Psalms 3:4.
וּ/תְהִלָּת֖/וֹ
tᵉhillâh
H8416
"praise"
Conj | N-fs | Suff
Tehillah means praise or a song of praise, often directed towards God. It can also refer to a hymn or an act of public praise, acknowledging God's qualities or deeds.
Definition: 1) praise, song or hymn of praise 1a) praise, adoration, thanksgiving (paid to God) 1b) act of general or public praise 1c) praise-song (as title) 1d) praise (demanded by qualities or deeds or attributes of God) 1e) renown, fame, glory 1e1) of Damascus, God 1e2) object of praise, possessor of renown (fig)
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: praise. See also: Exodus 15:11; Psalms 106:47; Psalms 9:15.
בָּ/אִיִּ֥ים
ʼîy
H339
"coastland"
Prep | N-mp
This word refers to a habitable spot, such as a coast, island, or dry land. It is used to describe desirable places in the Bible, like a country or region.
Definition: coast, island, shore, region
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: country, isle, island. See also: Genesis 10:5; Isaiah 51:5; Psalms 72:10.
יַגִּֽידוּ
nâgad
H5046
"to tell"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
To tell or declare something openly, as in Genesis 3:11 where God asks Adam to tell the truth. It means to stand boldly and announce something to someone present. In Exodus 32:27, Moses tells the Levites to declare their actions to the people.
Definition: 1) to be conspicuous, tell, make known 1a) (Hiphil) to tell, declare 1a1) to tell, announce, report 1a2) to declare, make known, expound 1a3) to inform of 1a4) to publish, declare, proclaim 1a5) to avow, acknowledge, confess 1a5a) messenger (participle) 1b) (Hophal) to be told, be announced, be reported
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: bewray, [idiom] certainly, certify, declare(-ing), denounce, expound, [idiom] fully, messenger, plainly, profess, rehearse, report, shew (forth), speak, [idiom] surely, tell, utter. See also: Genesis 3:11; 1 Samuel 14:33; 2 Kings 9:15.
Study Notes — Isaiah 42:12
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- Isaiah 42:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 42:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 42:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 42:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 42:12
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 42:12
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 42:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 42:12
- Sermons on Isaiah 42:12
Context — A New Song of Praise
10Sing to the LORD a new song— His praise from the ends of the earth— you who go down to the sea, and all that is in it, you islands, and all who dwell in them.
11Let the desert and its cities raise their voices; let the villages of Kedar cry aloud. Let the people of Sela sing for joy; let them cry out from the mountaintops.
12Let them give glory to the LORD and declare His praise in the islands.
13The LORD goes forth like a mighty one; He stirs up His zeal like a warrior. He shouts; yes, He roars in triumph over His enemies: 14“I have kept silent from ages past; I have remained quiet and restrained. But now I will groan like a woman in labor; I will at once gasp and pant.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 15:9–11 | so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.” Again, it says: “Rejoice, O Gentiles, with His people.” And again: “Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles, and extol Him, all you peoples.” |
| 2 | Psalms 117:1–2 | Praise the LORD, all you nations! Extol Him, all you peoples! For great is His loving devotion toward us, and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever. Hallelujah! |
| 3 | Revelation 7:9–12 | After this I looked and saw a multitude too large to count, from every nation and tribe and people and tongue, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands. And they cried out in a loud voice: “Salvation to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!” And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. And they fell facedown before the throne and worshiped God, saying, “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength be to our God forever and ever! Amen.” |
| 4 | Isaiah 42:4 | He will not grow weak or discouraged before He has established justice on the earth. In His law the islands will put their hope.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 24:15–16 | Therefore glorify the LORD in the east. Extol the name of the LORD, the God of Israel in the islands of the sea. From the ends of the earth we hear singing: “Glory to the Righteous One.” But I said, “I am wasting away! I am wasting away! Woe is me.” The treacherous betray; the treacherous deal in treachery. |
| 6 | Revelation 5:9–10 | And they sang a new song: “Worthy are You to take the scroll and open its seals, because You were slain, and by Your blood You purchased for God those from every tribe and tongue and people and nation. You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.” |
| 7 | Psalms 22:27 | All the ends of the earth will remember and turn to the LORD. All the families of the nations will bow down before Him. |
| 8 | Isaiah 66:18–19 | “And I, knowing their deeds and thoughts, am coming to gather all nations and tongues, and they will come and see My glory. I will establish a sign among them, and I will send survivors from among them to the nations—to Tarshish, Put, and the archers of Lud; to Tubal, Javan, and the islands far away who have not heard of My fame or seen My glory. So they will proclaim My glory among the nations. |
| 9 | Psalms 96:3–10 | Declare His glory among the nations, His wonderful deeds among all peoples. For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; He is to be feared above all gods. For all the gods of the nations are idols, but it is the LORD who made the heavens. Splendor and majesty are before Him; strength and beauty fill His sanctuary. Ascribe to the LORD, O families of the nations, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and enter His courts. Worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness; tremble before Him, all the earth. Declare among the nations: “The LORD reigns!” The world is firmly established; it cannot be moved; He will judge the peoples with equity. |
Isaiah 42:12 Summary
Isaiah 42:12 is calling us to give glory to the LORD and declare His praise to everyone, no matter where we are in the world. This means recognizing God's greatness and sharing it with others, just like the Psalmist in Psalm 96:3, who tells us to declare His glory among the nations. We can do this by living a life that honors God and by telling others about His love and goodness, as seen in Matthew 5:16. By giving glory to the LORD, we are joining in with the whole creation in praising our amazing God, as seen in Psalm 148:1-14.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to give glory to the LORD in Isaiah 42:12?
To give glory to the LORD means to acknowledge and praise His greatness, as seen in Psalm 29:1-2, where we are commanded to ascribe glory to God due to His mighty works.
Why are the islands specifically mentioned in this verse?
The islands are mentioned because they represent the farthest reaches of the earth, emphasizing that God's praise should be declared everywhere, as also seen in Isaiah 24:15, where the islands are called to give glory to the LORD.
How can we declare His praise in our daily lives?
We can declare His praise by sharing the good news of the Gospel with others, as encouraged in Matthew 28:19-20, and by living a life that reflects God's love and character, as seen in Colossians 3:17.
What is the significance of declaring God's praise in a public manner?
Declaring God's praise publicly, as seen in Isaiah 42:12, is a way of testifying to His greatness and inviting others to join in worship, as encouraged in Hebrews 10:25, where we are exhorted to gather together to spur one another on towards love and good deeds.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can give glory to the LORD in my own life, and how can I make this a consistent practice?
- How can I use my unique gifts and talents to declare God's praise to those around me?
- What are some challenges I face in declaring God's praise, and how can I overcome them with the help of the Holy Spirit?
- In what ways can I use my daily conversations and interactions to point others to God's greatness and praise?
- How can I balance the desire to declare God's praise with the need for humility and avoiding self-promotion?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 42:12
Let them give glory unto the Lord,.... For all the great and good things he has done for them, in sending his Gospel to them, calling them by his grace, enlightening their minds, and revealing his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 42:12
Let them give glory unto the LORD, and declare his praise in the islands. Let them give glory unto the Lord ... in the islands - (Isaiah 24:15.)
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 42:12
In the remotest parts of the world, as well as in Arabia, which was near to them.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 42:12
Isaiah 42:12 Let them give glory unto the LORD, and declare his praise in the islands.Ver. 12. Let them give glory.] See Isaiah 42:10.
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 42:12
12. glory and praise: the same words as in Isaiah 42:8.
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 42:12
Let them give glory ... in the islands - (see the note at Isaiah 41:1). Let the distant regions praise God.
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 42:12
10-13. Sing… a new song — On this marvellous unseen religious development which is to fill the whole earth, God calls for jubilation.
Sermons on Isaiah 42:12
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(Through the Bible) Romans 15-16 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker expresses his concern about television preachers who deceive believers with clever and entertaining speeches. He emphasizes the importance of being wise |
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Fulfilling the Mystery of Israel - Part 2 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of showing mercy to others, especially in times of persecution. He highlights that this mercy should be given sacrificially, b |
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Homily 69 on Matthew by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the parable of the wedding feast, highlighting God's long-suffering towards the Jews, the casting out of the Jews and the calling of the Gentiles, and t |
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(Education for Exultation) Let All the Peoples Praise Him by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of accepting one another within the church community. He urges the congregation to embrace a mindset of change and sacrifice f |
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Let All the People Praise God by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith of Calvary Chapel continues his verse-by-verse study of the Bible. He focuses on Psalm 117, which is one of the Hallel Psalms. The psalm emphasiz |
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Gravity and Gladness on Sunday Morning - Lesson 2 by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of pursuing joy in God as our highest duty. He believes that the problem lies in people filling themselves with trivial and wo |
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Exposition on Psalm 118 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on the importance of praising the Lord and confessing His goodness, emphasizing that God's mercy endures forever. He encourages all, from Israel to those who |