Isaiah 43:5
Isaiah 43:5 in Multiple Translations
Do not be afraid, for I am with you; I will bring your offspring from the east and gather you from the west.
Fear not: for I am with thee: I will bring thy seed from the east, and gather thee from the west;
Fear not; for I am with thee: I will bring thy seed from the east, and gather thee from the west;
Have no fear, for I am with you: I will take your seed from the east, and get you together from the west;
Don't be afraid, for I am with you! I will bring you and your children from the east and the west, and gather you together.
Feare not, for I am with thee: I will bring thy seede from the East, and gather thee from the West.
Be not afraid, for I [am] with thee, From the east I bring in thy seed, And from the west I gather thee.
Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. I will bring your offspring from the east, and gather you from the west.
Fear not: for I am with thee: I will bring thy seed from the east, and gather thee from the west;
Fear not, for I am with thee: I will. bring thy seed from the east, and gather thee from the west.
Do not be afraid, because I am with you. Some day I will gather your descendants from the east and from the west.
Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 43:5
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Isaiah 43:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַל
תִּירָ֖א
כִּ֣י
אִתְּ/ךָ
אָ֑נִי
מִ/מִּזְרָח֙
אָבִ֣יא
זַרְעֶ֔/ךָ
וּ/מִֽ/מַּעֲרָ֖ב
אֲקַבְּצֶֽ/ךָּ
אַל
ʼal
H408
not
Part
תִּירָ֖א
yârêʼ
H3372
to fear
V-Qal-Juss-2ms
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אִתְּ/ךָ
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
אָ֑נִי
ʼănîy
H589
I
Pron
מִ/מִּזְרָח֙
mizrâch
H4217
east
Prep | N-ms
אָבִ֣יא
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs
זַרְעֶ֔/ךָ
zeraʻ
H2233
seed
N-ms | Suff
וּ/מִֽ/מַּעֲרָ֖ב
maʻărâb
H4628
west
Conj | Prep | N-ms
אֲקַבְּצֶֽ/ךָּ
qâbats
H6908
to gather
V-Piel-Imperf-1cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 43:5
אַל
ʼal
H408
"not"
Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
תִּירָ֖א
yârêʼ
H3372
"to fear"
V-Qal-Juss-2ms
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.
כִּ֣י
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.
אִתְּ/ךָ
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
אָ֑נִי
ʼănîy
H589
"I"
Pron
This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.
מִ/מִּזְרָח֙
mizrâch
H4217
"east"
Prep | N-ms
This word means the direction of the sunrise, or east. It is used in the Bible to describe the direction of the sun and the east side of something.
Definition: 1) place of sunrise, east 1a) sunrise, east (with 'sun') 1b) the east (without 'sun') 1b1) to or toward the place of sunrise 1b2) to the east, eastward
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: east (side, -ward), (sun-) rising (of the sun). See also: Exodus 27:13; 1 Kings 7:25; Psalms 50:1.
אָבִ֣יא
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
זַרְעֶ֔/ךָ
zeraʻ
H2233
"seed"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means seed or offspring, like in Genesis where God promises Abraham many descendants. It can also mean a plant or sowing time, as in Isaiah 55:10. This concept is central to God's plan for humanity.
Definition: : seed/sowing 1) seed, sowing, offspring 1a) a sowing 1b) seed 1c) semen virile 1d) offspring, descendants, posterity, children 1e) of moral quality 1e1) a practitioner of righteousness (fig.) 1f) sowing time (by meton)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] carnally, child, fruitful, seed(-time), sowing-time. See also: Genesis 1:11; 1 Samuel 1:11; Psalms 18:51.
וּ/מִֽ/מַּעֲרָ֖ב
maʻărâb
H4628
"west"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for the west, referring to the direction of the evening sun. It is used to describe a region or location, such as the western part of a land. In the Bible, it appears in descriptions of geography and direction.
Definition: setting place, west, westward
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: west. See also: 1 Chronicles 7:28; Psalms 75:7; Psalms 103:12.
אֲקַבְּצֶֽ/ךָּ
qâbats
H6908
"to gather"
V-Piel-Imperf-1cs | Suff
To gather or collect people or things, like when the Israelites assembled in the book of Numbers. It's about bringing things or people together in one place.
Definition: 1) to gather, assemble 1a) (Qal) to gather, collect, assemble 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to assemble, gather 1b2) to be gathered 1c) (Piel) to gather, gather together, take away 1d) (Pual) to be gathered together 1e) (Hithpael) to gather together, be gathered together
Usage: Occurs in 121 OT verses. KJV: assemble (selves), gather (bring) (together, selves together, up), heap, resort, [idiom] surely, take up. See also: Genesis 41:35; Proverbs 28:8; Psalms 41:7.
Study Notes — Isaiah 43:5
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- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 43:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 43:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 43:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 43:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 43:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 43:5
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 43:5
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 43:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 43:5
- Sermons on Isaiah 43:5
Context — Israel’s Only Savior
3For I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior; I give Egypt for your ransom, Cush and Seba in your place.
4Because you are precious and honored in My sight, and because I love you, I will give men in exchange for you and nations in place of your life.
5Do not be afraid, for I am with you; I will bring your offspring from the east and gather you from the west.
6I will say to the north, ‘Give them up!’ and to the south, ‘Do not hold them back!’ Bring My sons from afar, and My daughters from the ends of the earth— 7everyone called by My name and created for My glory, whom I have indeed formed and made.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 30:3 | then He will restore you from captivity and have compassion on you and gather you from all the nations to which the LORD your God has scattered you. |
| 2 | Isaiah 49:12 | Behold, they will come from far away, from the north and from the west, and from the land of Aswan. ” |
| 3 | Luke 13:29 | People will come from east and west and north and south, and will recline at the table in the kingdom of God. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 39:25–29 | Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Now I will restore Jacob from captivity and will have compassion on the whole house of Israel, and I will be jealous for My holy name. They will forget their disgrace and all the treachery they committed against Me, when they dwell securely in their land, with no one to frighten them. When I bring them back from the peoples and gather them out of the lands of their enemies, I will show My holiness in them in the sight of many nations. Then they will know that I am the LORD their God, when I regather them to their own land, not leaving any of them behind after their exile among the nations. And I will no longer hide My face from them, for I will pour out My Spirit on the house of Israel, declares the Lord GOD.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 60:1–11 | Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. For behold, darkness covers the earth, and thick darkness is over the peoples; but the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear over you. Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. Lift up your eyes and look around: They all gather and come to you; your sons will come from afar, and your daughters will be carried on the arm. Then you will look and be radiant, and your heart will tremble and swell with joy, because the riches of the sea will be brought to you, and the wealth of the nations will come to you. Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD. All the flocks of Kedar will be gathered to you; the rams of Nebaioth will serve you and go up on My altar with acceptance; I will adorn My glorious house. Who are these who fly like clouds, like doves to their shelters? Surely the islands will wait for Me, with the ships of Tarshish in the lead, to bring your children from afar, with their silver and gold, to the honor of the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, for He has glorified you. Foreigners will rebuild your walls, and their kings will serve you. Although I struck you in anger, yet in favor I will show you mercy. Your gates will always stand open; they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. |
| 6 | Isaiah 44:2 | This is the word of the LORD, your Maker, who formed you from the womb and who will help you: “Do not be afraid, O Jacob My servant, Jeshurun, whom I have chosen. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 36:24–27 | For I will take you from among the nations and gather you out of all the countries, and I will bring you back into your own land. I will also sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean. I will cleanse you from all your impurities and all your idols. I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will remove your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes and to carefully observe My ordinances. |
| 8 | Acts 18:9–10 | One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent. For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.” |
| 9 | Isaiah 43:2 | When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 30:10–11 | 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. For I am with you to save you, declares the LORD. Though I will completely destroy all the nations to which I have scattered you, I will not completely destroy you. Yet I will discipline you justly, and will by no means leave you unpunished.” |
Isaiah 43:5 Summary
Isaiah 43:5 is a promise from God to not be afraid because He is with us, just as He was with Moses in Exodus 3:12 and the disciples in Matthew 28:20. This means that no matter what challenges we face, God is always present to comfort and guide us. He also promises to bring our loved ones to Himself, gathering them from all over the world, as seen in Ezekiel 34:13 and Psalm 107:3. This promise gives us hope and comfort, reminding us that God is our loving Father who cares for us deeply, as seen in Psalm 103:13, and will never leave or forsake us, as promised in Deuteronomy 31:6 and Hebrews 13:5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to not be afraid when God says 'I am with you'?
When God says 'I am with you' in Isaiah 43:5, it means He is promising to be present and provide comfort, just as He did for Moses in Exodus 3:12 and for the disciples in Matthew 28:20, reminding us that His presence is our greatest comfort in times of fear.
How does God's promise to 'bring your offspring from the east and gather you from the west' apply to my life?
This promise, as seen in Isaiah 43:5, is a reminder that God is a God of redemption and restoration, and He desires to bring all people to Himself, as also seen in Ezekiel 34:13 and Psalm 107:3, where He gathers His people from all over the world.
Is this verse only for the nation of Israel, or can it apply to me as a believer?
While Isaiah 43:5 was originally spoken to the nation of Israel, the principle of God's presence and promise to gather His people is also applicable to believers today, as seen in Galatians 3:28-29, where we are all one in Christ Jesus, and in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, where God is our Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.
How can I trust God's promise when I'm facing uncertainty or fear?
Trusting God's promise in Isaiah 43:5 requires faith and remembering His faithfulness in the past, as seen in Psalm 77:11-12, and knowing that He is the same God who has always been with His people, as promised in Hebrews 13:8, and who will never leave or forsake us, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:6 and Hebrews 13:5.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am struggling with fear, and how can I apply God's promise in Isaiah 43:5 to those situations?
- How does the knowledge of God's presence with me change my perspective on challenging circumstances, and what does 2 Timothy 1:7 say about this?
- In what ways can I trust God to 'bring my offspring from the east and gather me from the west', and what does this mean for my family and loved ones, in light of John 10:16 and Ephesians 3:15?
- What are some ways I can remind myself of God's promise to be with me, and how can I share this promise with others who may be struggling with fear or uncertainty, as seen in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 43:5
Fear not, for I am with thee,.... With thy ministers that preach the everlasting Gospel, to make it effectual to the conversion of many everywhere, as well as to bear thee up under all trials, and to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 43:5
Fear not: for I am with thee: I will bring thy seed from the east, and gather thee from the west; I will bring thy seed from the east, and gather thee from the west - (Deuteronomy 30:3.) Seed - descendants scattered in all lands.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 43:5
Although the Jews shall for their sins be carried captives out of their own land northward and eastward into Babylon and the adjacent countries, and others of them shall flee southward and westward, and shall there pine away in their iniquities, as I threatened; yet their posterity I will bring back into Canaan, from all the places where they are dispersed.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 43:5
Isaiah 43:5 Fear not: for I [am] with thee: I will bring thy seed from the east, and gather thee from the west;Ver. 5. I will bring thy seed from the east.] From all coasts and quarters. This was a type of the Church in the New Testament; see Matthew 8:11 John 11:52 John 10:16 Galatians 3:28; this was also a type of the last resurrection. See Revelation 20:13.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 43:5
(5) From the east . . .—Even from Isaiah’s stand-point, the dispersion of Israel might well be contemplated in all this wide extent. The Ten Tribes were already carried off to the cities of the Medes (2 Kings 17:6). The Babylonian exile had its beginning under Esar-haddon (2 Chronicles 33:11); others may have been found before the time of Zephaniah (Zephaniah 3:10) beyond the rivers of Ethiopia. Even in the time of Joel the slave-trade of the Phœnicians had carried the sons of Judah and Jerusalem to the western isles of Javan, or Ionia (Joe 3:6).
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 43:5
1–7. Israel, though blind and deaf (ch. Isaiah 42:18 ff.), is precious in the sight of Jehovah its Creator, who is now about to shew Himself as its Redeemer. But now] Introducing the contrast to Isaiah 42:25. that created thee … that formed thee] Three verbs which express Jehovah’s creative activity are applied in this prophecy to His special relations to Israel: “create” (Isaiah 43:1; Isaiah 43:7; Isaiah 43:15); “form” (Isaiah 43:1; Isaiah 43:21, Isaiah 44:2; Isaiah 44:21; Isaiah 44:24, Isaiah 45:11, Isaiah 49:5 (Isaiah 64:8); “make” (Isaiah 44:2, Isaiah 51:13, Isaiah 54:5). I have redeemed thee] Rather, I redeem thee (perf. of certainty). see on ch. Isaiah 41:14. I have called (I call) thee by thy name] i.e. I address thee as one who is familiar and dear (Isaiah 45:3 f., cf. Exodus 31:2); stronger than the simple “call” (Isaiah 42:6, Isaiah 49:1).
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 43:5
Fear not - (see the note at Isaiah 41:10, Isaiah 41:14; compare Isaiah 43:1). I will bring thy seed - Thy children; thy descendants. The sense is, I will re-collect my scattered people from all parts of the world.
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 43:5
5-7. Fear not — Resumed from Isaiah 43:1, to add a second reason for Israel’s confidence — because God commands restoration from every quarter — from east, west, north, south.
Sermons on Isaiah 43:5
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You Are Dearly Loved by God (Clip) by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker expresses frustration with the current state of preaching and the lack of supernatural power in the church. He emphasizes the need for preachers who are |
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(October 1986) 02 - God Does Not Change by Ray Lowe | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the seriousness of the current times and the need for the congregation to take God seriously. He highlights the signs of the end times that |
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Dauntless Faith by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the concept of 'Dauntless Faith' in his sermon, drawing from Acts 18:10, where God assures Paul of His protection while he carries out His work in Corinth. |
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The Kingdom Prophesied by Lewis Sperry Chafer | Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the significance of the Old Testament prophets speaking during Israel's national dispersion, highlighting the contrast between the nation's dark hou |
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Psalms 102:13 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes that God has set specific times for the restoration of Israel, the return of Jesus Christ, personal salvation, and even death. He highlights the prophetic si |
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Why Remain Captive by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that God's people can become captives to sin, leading to a loss of freedom and joy in their relationship with God. He reminds us that despite this bondage, |
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When Jesus Shuts the Door by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of Jesus shutting the door. He emphasizes that Jesus has the power to shut the door at any time, and when that happens, those out |