Isaiah 51:18
Isaiah 51:18 in Multiple Translations
Among all the sons she bore, there is no one to guide her; among all the sons she brought up, there is no one to take her hand.
There is none to guide her among all the sons whom she hath brought forth; neither is there any that taketh her by the hand of all the sons that she hath brought up.
There is none to guide her among all the sons whom she hath brought forth; neither is there any that taketh her by the hand among all the sons that she hath brought up.
She has no one among all her children to be her guide; not one of the sons she has taken care of takes her by the hand.
Of all your children you had, there's not one left to guide you. Of all the children you raised, there's not one to take you by the hand.
There is none to guide her among all the sonnes, whome she hath brought foorth: there is none that taketh her by the hand of all the sonnes that she hath brought vp.
There is not a leader to her Out of all the sons she hath borne, And there is none laying hold on her hand Out of all the sons she hath nourished.
There is no one to guide her among all the sons to whom she has given birth; and there is no one who takes her by the hand among all the sons whom she has brought up.
There is none to guide her among all the sons whom she hath brought forth; neither is there any that taketh her by the hand of all the sons that she hath brought up.
There is none that can uphold her among all the children that she hath brought forth: and there is none that taketh her by the hand among all the children that she hath brought up.
Now you do not have any children who are alive [DOU] and able to take your hand and guide you.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 51:18
Study Notes — Isaiah 51:18
- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 51:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 51:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 51:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 51:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 51:18
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 51:18
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 51:18
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 51:18
- Sermons on Isaiah 51:18
Context — God’s Fury Removed
18Among all the sons she bore, there is no one to guide her; among all the sons she brought up, there is no one to take her hand.
19These pairs have befallen you: devastation and destruction, famine and sword. Who will grieve for you? Who can comfort you? 20Your sons have fainted; they lie at the head of every street, like an antelope in a net. They are full of the wrath of the LORD, the rebuke of your God.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 49:21 | Then you will say in your heart, ‘Who has begotten these for me? I was bereaved and barren; I was exiled and rejected. So who has reared them? Look, I was left all alone, so where did they come from?’” |
| 2 | Psalms 88:18 | You have removed my beloved and my friend; darkness is my closest companion. |
| 3 | Psalms 142:4 | Look to my right and see; no one attends to me. There is no refuge for me; no one cares for my soul. |
| 4 | Matthew 15:14 | Disregard them! They are blind guides. If a blind man leads a blind man, both will fall into a pit.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 45:1 | This is what the LORD says to Cyrus His anointed, whose right hand I have grasped to subdue nations before him, to disarm kings, to open the doors before him, so that the gates will not be shut: |
| 6 | Mark 8:23 | So He took the blind man by the hand and led him out of the village. Then He spit on the man’s eyes and placed His hands on him. “Can you see anything?” He asked. |
| 7 | Matthew 9:36 | When He saw the crowds, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. |
| 8 | Isaiah 41:13 | For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you. |
| 9 | Isaiah 3:4–8 | “I will make mere lads their leaders, and children will rule over them.” The people will oppress one another, man against man, neighbor against neighbor; the young will rise up against the old, and the base against the honorable. A man will seize his brother within his father’s house: “You have a cloak—you be our leader! Take charge of this heap of rubble.” On that day he will cry aloud: “I am not a healer. I have no food or clothing in my house. Do not make me leader of the people!” For Jerusalem has stumbled and Judah has fallen because they spoke and acted against the LORD, defying His glorious presence. |
| 10 | Hebrews 8:9 | It will not be like the covenant I made with their fathers when I took them by the hand to lead them out of the land of Egypt, because they did not abide by My covenant, and I disregarded them, declares the Lord. |
Isaiah 51:18 Summary
[Isaiah 51:18 describes a desperate situation where the city of Jerusalem, represented as a mother, has many children but lacks guidance and support. This picture illustrates the consequences of sin and the judgment of God, as seen in Isaiah 3:1-5. In simple terms, when we turn away from God, we can find ourselves lost and alone, in need of His guidance and care, much like the prodigal son in Luke 15:11-32 who returns to his father after realizing his mistakes.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by the phrase 'Among all the sons she bore' in Isaiah 51:18?
This phrase refers to the city of Jerusalem, which is personified as a mother who has given birth to many children, but now finds herself without guidance or support, as seen in Isaiah 51:18, a situation that echoes the feelings of abandonment described in Lamentations 1:1-2.
Why does the verse say there is no one to guide her or take her hand?
The verse highlights the desperate state of Jerusalem, which has been devastated by the judgment of God, as mentioned in Isaiah 51:17, and now lacks the leadership and care it needs, much like the situation described in Isaiah 3:1-5 where God removes the support systems of His people.
Is this verse talking about a specific historical event or a spiritual condition?
While the verse has historical context, it also speaks to the spiritual condition of God's people, who can experience a sense of abandonment and desperation when they have strayed from God's ways, as seen in Isaiah 59:1-2, and are in need of His guidance and restoration.
How does this verse relate to the overall message of Isaiah?
This verse contributes to the broader theme of Isaiah, which emphasizes the judgment and redemption of God's people, as seen in Isaiah 1:1-31, and serves as a reminder of the consequences of sin and the need for repentance and restoration, as described in Isaiah 44:21-23.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about the consequences of sin and the judgment of God?
- In what ways can we, like Jerusalem, find ourselves without guidance or support, and how can we seek God's help in such times?
- How does this verse encourage us to seek a personal relationship with God, who can guide and support us even in the midst of difficulty?
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of spiritual leadership and the role of God's people in caring for one another?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 51:18
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 51:18
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 51:18
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 51:18
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 51:18
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 51:18
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 51:18
Sermons on Isaiah 51:18
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Creation-Providence-Redemption - Part 3 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker recounts a personal experience of surviving a car accident. The car was driving erratically in the rain and eventually rolled over, pinning the speaker' |
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Yosemite Bible Conference 1991-16 Incidents of the Providence of God by William MacDonald | In this sermon transcript, the speaker shares a personal experience of encountering demonic opposition while working on a commentary. They also recount a story of a young black man |
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William Edwy Vine by John Bjorlie | John Bjorlie preaches about the life and legacy of William Edwy Vine, the author of the Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words. Vine, unlike many detached scholars, was a pra |
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10 Vital Evidences of Salvation by Keith Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of not being ashamed of the gospel of Christ, highlighting the power of God unto salvation for all who believe. It discusses the unleashing of |
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By Love Serve by Bill McLeod | This sermon emphasizes the importance of serving one another in love, drawing from Galatians 5:13. It highlights the need to show genuine care, exhort, comfort, and support fellow |
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Jesus Is Here by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story in John chapter 5 where Jesus encounters a multitude of sick and disabled people at the pool of Bethesda. The pool was believed to |
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No Man Cared for My Soul by J. Wilbur Chapman | J. Wilbur Chapman preaches on the importance of caring for the souls of others, drawing inspiration from the contrasting life of King David who wrote the Psalms. He emphasizes the |






