Isaiah 44:17
Isaiah 44:17 in Multiple Translations
From the rest he makes a god, his graven image. He bows down to it and worships; he prays to it and says, “Save me, for you are my god.”
And the residue thereof he maketh a god, even his graven image: he falleth down unto it, and worshippeth it, and prayeth unto it, and saith, Deliver me; for thou art my god.
And the residue thereof he maketh a god, even his graven image; he falleth down unto it and worshippeth, and prayeth unto it, and saith, Deliver me; for thou art my god.
And the rest of it he makes into a god, even his pictured image: he goes down on his face before it, giving worship to it, and making prayer to it, saying, Be my saviour; for you are my god.
Then he uses the rest of the wood to make himself a god, an idol he bows down to in worship and prays to, saying, “Save me, for you are my god!”
And the residue thereof he maketh a god, euen his idole: he boweth vnto it, and worshippeth and prayeth vnto it, and sayeth, Deliuer me: for thou art my god.
And its remnant for a god he hath made — For his graven image, He falleth down to it, and worshippeth, And prayeth unto it, and he saith, 'Deliver me, for my god thou [art].'
The rest of it he makes into a god, even his engraved image. He bows down to it and worships, and prays to it, and says, “Deliver me, for you are my god!”
And the residue of it he maketh a god, even his graven image: he falleth down to it, and worshipeth it , and prayeth to it, and saith, Deliver me; for thou art my god.
But the residue thereof he made a god, and a graven thing for himself: he boweth down before it, and adoreth it, and prayeth unto it, saying: Deliver me, for thou art my God.
Then he takes the rest of the wood and makes an idol which is his god. He bows down to it and worships it, and prays to it and says, “You are my god, so save me!”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 44:17
Study Notes — Isaiah 44:17
- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 44:17 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 44:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 44:17
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 44:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 44:17
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 44:17
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 44:17
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 44:17
- Sermons on Isaiah 44:17
Context — The LORD Has Chosen Israel
17From the rest he makes a god, his graven image. He bows down to it and worships; he prays to it and says, “Save me, for you are my god.”
18They do not comprehend or discern, for He has shut their eyes so they cannot see and closed their minds so they cannot understand. 19And no one considers in his heart, no one has the knowledge or insight to say, “I burned half of it in the fire, and I baked bread on its coals; I roasted meat and I ate. Shall I make something detestable with the rest of it? Shall I bow down to a block of wood?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 45:20 | Come, gather together, and draw near, you fugitives from the nations. Ignorant are those who carry idols of wood and pray to a god that cannot save. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 18:26 | And they took the bull that was given them, prepared it, and called on the name of Baal from morning until noon, shouting, “O Baal, answer us!” But there was no sound, and no one answered as they leaped around the altar they had made. |
| 3 | Daniel 6:27 | He delivers and rescues; He performs signs and wonders in the heavens and on the earth, for He has rescued Daniel from the power of the lions.” |
| 4 | Isaiah 36:19–20 | Where are the gods of Hamath and Arpad? Where are the gods of Sepharvaim? Have they delivered Samaria from my hand? Who among all the gods of these lands has delivered his land from my hand? How then can the LORD deliver Jerusalem from my hand?” |
| 5 | Daniel 6:20–22 | When he reached the den, he cried out in a voice of anguish, “O Daniel, servant of the living God, has your God, whom you serve continually, been able to deliver you from the lions?” Then Daniel replied, “O king, may you live forever! My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, for I was found innocent in His sight, and I have done no wrong against you, O king.” |
| 6 | Daniel 6:16 | So the king gave the order, and they brought Daniel and threw him into the den of lions. The king said to Daniel, “May your God, whom you serve continually, deliver you!” |
| 7 | Isaiah 37:38 | One day, while he was worshiping in the temple of his god Nisroch, his sons Adrammelech and Sharezer put him to the sword and escaped to the land of Ararat. And his son Esar-haddon reigned in his place. |
| 8 | Daniel 3:17 | If the God whom we serve exists, then He is able to deliver us from the blazing fiery furnace and from your hand, O king. |
| 9 | Daniel 3:29 | Therefore I decree that the people of any nation or language who say anything offensive against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego will be cut into pieces and their houses reduced to rubble. For there is no other god who can deliver in this way.” |
Isaiah 44:17 Summary
[This verse shows how people can take something they made and worship it as a god, which is a clear mistake. The Bible says we should only worship the one true God, as stated in Exodus 20:3-4 and Deuteronomy 6:13. We need to be careful not to make idols out of things in our lives, whether it's money, possessions, or even our own desires, and instead, we should focus on worshiping the true God, as seen in John 4:24.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main issue with the people in this verse?
The main issue is their idolatry, as they are making a god out of something they created themselves, which is a clear violation of the first commandment in Exodus 20:3-4. This shows a lack of understanding of the true God.
Why do people worship idols instead of the true God?
People often worship idols because they do not comprehend or discern the truth, as stated in Isaiah 44:18, and they are blinded to the reality of God's presence and power, as seen in 2 Corinthians 4:4.
Is it possible for people to worship something they created and think it can save them?
Yes, as seen in this verse, people can worship something they created and think it can save them, which is a form of delusion, as stated in Isaiah 44:20, and it is a result of not knowing the true God, as mentioned in Romans 1:25.
What is the result of making something detestable with the rest of the material, as mentioned in Isaiah 44:19?
The result is that people will bow down to a block of wood, which is a useless idol, and they will not be able to comprehend or discern the truth, as stated in Isaiah 44:18-19, and they will be separated from the true God, as seen in Isaiah 59:2.
Reflection Questions
- What are some things in my life that I have made into idols, and how can I repent of them?
- How can I make sure I am not worshiping something created instead of the Creator, as warned in Romans 1:25?
- What are some ways I can test my heart to see if I am truly worshiping the true God, and not just going through the motions?
- How can I help others see the error of idolatry and turn to the true God, as commanded in Matthew 28:19-20?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 44:17
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 44:17
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 44:17
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 44:17
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 44:17
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 44:17
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 44:17
Sermons on Isaiah 44:17
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Have You Ever Felt That God Is Doing Nothing in Your Life? by Carter Conlon | Carter Conlon addresses the feeling of spiritual stagnation, emphasizing that even when it seems God is silent, He is actively working within us. He draws from Isaiah 30, highlight |
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K-490 False Prophets of the Last Days by Art Katz | In this sermon transcript, the speaker shares his personal experience of witnessing a demonstration of power without the presence of the living God. He describes a situation where |
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He Will Act for You! by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that God is not passive and will act on our behalf against the devil's schemes. He draws parallels to Elijah's confrontation with the prophets of Baal, i |
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The Living God by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of remembering that God is the living God, unchanging in His power and love throughout all time. He emphasizes the need to confide i |
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Acts of the Apostles by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not substituting service for worship with the Lord. He encourages the audience to remember the secret to a fulfilling spir |
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Thursday #1 Revival in the Late 1800's by J. Edwin Orr | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of sharing the stories of God's work with future generations. He also mentions two significant awakenings that occurred in the |
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Romans 7 vs. Romans 8 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of Jesus overcoming all obstacles. He uses the analogy of Jesus being like a stone that is being pushed against by various forces, |






