Isaiah 57:19
Isaiah 57:19 in Multiple Translations
bringing praise to their lips. Peace, peace to those far and near,” says the LORD, “and I will heal them.”
I create the fruit of the lips; Peace, peace to him that is far off, and to him that is near, saith the LORD; and I will heal him.
I create the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him that is far off and to him that is near, saith Jehovah; and I will heal him.
I will give the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him who is near and to him who is far off, says the Lord; and I will make him well.
so they will be able to say thank you. The Lord declares, Peace, peace, to those who are far away and those who are near. I will heal you.
I create the fruite of the lips, to be peace: peace vnto them that are farre off, and to them that are neere, sayth the Lord: for I will heale him.
Producing the fruit of the lips, 'Peace, peace,' to the far off, and to the near, And I have healed him, said Jehovah.
I create the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him who is far off and to him who is near,” says the LORD; “and I will heal them.”
I create the fruit of the lips; Peace, peace to him that is far off, and to him that is near, saith the LORD; and I will heal him.
I created the fruit of the lips, peace, peace to him that is far off, and to him that is near, said the Lord, and I healed him.
I will enable them to sing songs to praise me. I will restore all my people, those who live near Jerusalem and those who live far away, and I will cause things to go well for them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 57:19
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Isaiah 57:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בּוֹרֵ֖א
נוב
נִ֣יב
שְׂפָתָ֑יִם
שָׁל֨וֹם
שָׁל֜וֹם
לָ/רָח֧וֹק
וְ/לַ/קָּר֛וֹב
אָמַ֥ר
יְהוָ֖ה
וּ/רְפָאתִֽי/ו
בּוֹרֵ֖א
bârâʼ
H1254
to create
V-Qal
נוב
nôwb
H5108
fruit
N-ms
נִ֣יב
nôwb
H5108
fruit
N-ms
שְׂפָתָ֑יִם
sâphâh
H8193
lips
N-fd
שָׁל֨וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
Peace
N-ms
שָׁל֜וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
Peace
N-ms
לָ/רָח֧וֹק
râchôwq
H7350
distant
Prep | Adj
וְ/לַ/קָּר֛וֹב
qârôwb
H7138
near
Conj | Prep | Adj
אָמַ֥ר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
וּ/רְפָאתִֽי/ו
râphâʼ
H7495
to heal
Conj | V-Qal-1cs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 57:19
בּוֹרֵ֖א
bârâʼ
H1254
"to create"
V-Qal
This verb means to create or make something, often used to describe God's creative power. It can also mean to choose or select something. The Bible uses it to describe God's creation of the world.
Definition: 1) to create, shape, form 1a) (Qal) to shape, fashion, create (always with God as subject) 1a1) of heaven and earth 1a2) of individual man 1a3) of new conditions and circumstances 1a4) of transformations 1b) (Niphal) to be created 1b1) of heaven and earth 1b2) of birth 1b3) of something new 1b4) of miracles 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cut down 1c2) to cut out
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: choose, create (creator), cut down, dispatch, do, make (fat). See also: Genesis 1:1; Isaiah 40:28; Psalms 51:12.
נוב
nôwb
H5108
"fruit"
N-ms
Fruit represents the produce or results of our actions, as seen in Proverbs, where it describes the consequences of our choices. This word is used to symbolize spiritual growth and maturity. It emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life.
Definition: fruit Another spelling of niv (נִיב "fruit" H5108B)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: fruit. See also: Isaiah 57:19; Malachi 1:12.
נִ֣יב
nôwb
H5108
"fruit"
N-ms
Fruit represents the produce or results of our actions, as seen in Proverbs, where it describes the consequences of our choices. This word is used to symbolize spiritual growth and maturity. It emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life.
Definition: fruit Another spelling of niv (נִיב "fruit" H5108B)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: fruit. See also: Isaiah 57:19; Malachi 1:12.
שְׂפָתָ֑יִם
sâphâh
H8193
"lips"
N-fd
This word refers to lips or language, and can also mean the edge or border of something. It is used in the Bible to describe the shore of a sea or the edge of a cup.
Definition: : lips/mouth 1) lip, language, speech, shore, bank, brink, brim, side, edge, border, binding 1a) lip (as body part) 1b) language 1c) edge, shore, bank (of cup, sea, river, etc)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: band, bank, binding, border, brim, brink, edge, language, lip, prating, (sea-)shore, side, speech, talk, (vain) words. See also: Genesis 11:1; Psalms 120:2; Psalms 12:3.
שָׁל֨וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
"Peace"
N-ms
This Hebrew word for peace, shalom, means completeness, wellness, and friendship, and is often used to describe God's relationship with humanity, as seen in the covenant with the Israelites. It encompasses physical and spiritual health, prosperity, and harmony.
Definition: This name means completeness, peace Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 209 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] do, familiar, [idiom] fare, favour, [phrase] friend, [idiom] great, (good) health, ([idiom] perfect, such as be at) peace(-able, -ably), prosper(-ity, -ous), rest, safe(-ty), salute, welfare, ([idiom] all is, be) well, [idiom] wholly. See also: Genesis 15:15; Esther 2:11; Psalms 4:9.
שָׁל֜וֹם
shâlôwm
H7965
"Peace"
N-ms
This Hebrew word for peace, shalom, means completeness, wellness, and friendship, and is often used to describe God's relationship with humanity, as seen in the covenant with the Israelites. It encompasses physical and spiritual health, prosperity, and harmony.
Definition: This name means completeness, peace Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 209 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] do, familiar, [idiom] fare, favour, [phrase] friend, [idiom] great, (good) health, ([idiom] perfect, such as be at) peace(-able, -ably), prosper(-ity, -ous), rest, safe(-ty), salute, welfare, ([idiom] all is, be) well, [idiom] wholly. See also: Genesis 15:15; Esther 2:11; Psalms 4:9.
לָ/רָח֧וֹק
râchôwq
H7350
"distant"
Prep | Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone is far away, either physically or in time. It is often used to describe distant lands or events that happened long ago. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: adj 1) remote, far, distant, distant lands, distant ones 1a) of distance, time n m 2) distance 2a) from a distance (with prep) Aramaic equivalent: ra.chiq (רְחִיק "far" H7352)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: (a-) far (abroad, off), long ago, of old, space, great while to come. See also: Genesis 22:4; Psalms 65:6; Psalms 10:1.
וְ/לַ/קָּר֛וֹב
qârôwb
H7138
"near"
Conj | Prep | Adj
This Hebrew word means near, describing something close in place, time, or relationship. It is used in the book of Genesis to describe family relationships. The word is used to describe a close connection.
Definition: 1) near 1a) of place 1b) of time 1c) of personal relationship 1c1) kinship
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: allied, approach, at hand, [phrase] any of kin, kinsfold(-sman), (that is) near (of kin), neighbour, (that is) next, (them that come) nigh (at hand), more ready, short(-ly). See also: Genesis 19:20; Psalms 75:2; Psalms 15:3.
אָמַ֥ר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
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.
וּ/רְפָאתִֽי/ו
râphâʼ
H7495
"to heal"
Conj | V-Qal-1cs | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to heal or mend, often referring to God's power to cure physical or emotional hurts, as seen in Psalm 103:3.
Definition: 1) to heal, make healthful 1a) (Qal) to heal 1a1) of God 1a2) healer, physician (of men) 1a3) of hurts of nations involving restored favour (fig) 1a4) of individual distresses (fig) 1b) (Niphal) to be healed 1b1) literal (of persons) 1b2) of water, pottery 1b3) of national hurts (fig) 1b4) of personal distress (fig) 1c) (Piel) to heal 1c1) literal 1c2) of national defects or hurts (fig) 1d) (Hithpael) in order to get healed (infinitive)
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: cure, (cause to) heal, physician, repair, [idiom] thoroughly, make whole. See H7503 (רָפָה). See also: Genesis 20:17; Psalms 107:20; Psalms 6:3.
Study Notes — Isaiah 57:19
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- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 57:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 57:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 57:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 57:19
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 57:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
- Sermons on Isaiah 57:19
Context — Healing for the Repentant
17I was enraged by his sinful greed, so I struck him and hid My face in anger; yet he kept turning back to the desires of his heart.
18I have seen his ways, but I will heal him; I will guide him and restore comfort to him and his mourners,
19bringing praise to their lips. Peace, peace to those far and near,” says the LORD, “and I will heal them.”
20But the wicked are like the storm-tossed sea, for it cannot be still, and its waves churn up mire and muck. 21“There is no peace,” says my God, “for the wicked.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Hebrews 13:15 | Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name. |
| 2 | Acts 2:39 | This promise belongs to you and your children and to all who are far off—to all whom the Lord our God will call to Himself.” |
| 3 | Luke 2:14 | “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!” |
| 4 | Acts 10:36 | He has sent this message to the people of Israel, proclaiming the gospel of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all. |
| 5 | Ephesians 6:19 | Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will boldly make known the mystery of the gospel, |
| 6 | Luke 21:15 | For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict. |
| 7 | Luke 10:5–6 | Whatever house you enter, begin by saying, ‘Peace to this house.’ If a man of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; if not, it will return to you. |
| 8 | Matthew 10:13 | If the home is worthy, let your peace rest on it; but if it is not, let your peace return to you. |
| 9 | Isaiah 6:7 | And with it he touched my mouth and said: “Now that this has touched your lips, your iniquity is removed and your sin is atoned for.” |
| 10 | Hosea 14:2 | Bring your confessions and return to the LORD. Say to Him: “Take away all our iniquity and receive us graciously, that we may present the fruit of our lips. |
Isaiah 57:19 Summary
[This verse is a beautiful promise from God that He wants to bring peace and healing to His people, both those who are near to Him and those who are far away. According to Isaiah 57:18, God has seen our ways and wants to heal and restore us, and as we trust in Him, we can experience the peace of God that surpasses all understanding, as described in Philippians 4:7. As we receive God's healing and peace, we are called to respond with praise and gratitude, bringing glory to His name. By trusting in God's promise, we can experience the peace that only He can provide, as seen in Romans 5:1.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to 'heal' someone in Isaiah 57:19?
In this context, healing refers to spiritual restoration and forgiveness, as seen in Isaiah 57:18, where God promises to 'heal him' and 'restore comfort to him and his mourners.' This healing is also reflected in Psalm 103:3, where God is said to 'heal all our diseases.'
Who are the 'far and near' that God is speaking to in this verse?
The 'far and near' likely refer to both the Israelites who are scattered among the nations, as well as those who are still in their homeland, emphasizing God's desire to bring peace and healing to all His people, regardless of their location, as seen in Isaiah 49:6 and Acts 2:39.
How can we experience the 'peace, peace' that God promises in this verse?
According to Romans 5:1, we can experience peace with God through faith in Jesus Christ, and as we trust in Him, we can also experience the peace of God that surpasses all understanding, as described in Philippians 4:7.
Is this promise of peace and healing only for believers, or can unbelievers also experience it?
While the promise of peace and healing in Isaiah 57:19 is specifically for God's people, the Bible also teaches that God desires all people to come to repentance and experience His peace, as seen in 2 Peter 3:9 and Isaiah 45:22.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need God's healing and restoration, and how can I seek Him for it?
- In what ways can I be a vessel for God's peace and healing to be brought to those around me, whether near or far?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of trust in God's promise of peace, even in the midst of challenging circumstances?
- What does it mean for me to 'bring praise to my lips' as a response to God's healing and peace, and how can I practically express my gratitude to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 57:19
I create the fruit of the lips,.... Which is praise and thanksgiving, Hebrews 13:16 that is, give occasion of it, afford matter for it, by restoring comforts to the church and its mourners, as in the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 57:19
I create the fruit of the lips; Peace, peace to him that is far off, and to him that is near, saith the LORD; and I will heal him. I create the fruit of the lips - i:e., thanksgivings, which flow from the lips.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
I create, I will by my almighty power and in a wonderful manner produce, the fruit of the lips; Peace: either, 1. Praise or thanksgiving, which is called the fruit of our lips, , and peace: or rather, 2. That peace which is not wrought by men’ s hands, but only by God’ s lips or word; peace with God, and in a man’ s own conscience, which God hath promised to his people, and which he hath published and offered to all sorts of men by the preaching of the prophets, and especially of the apostles; as may be gathered both from the object of this peace in the following words, and by the exclusion of all wicked men from this peace, 21. Peace: the doubling of the word signifies the certainty and abundance of this peace. To him that is far off, and to him that is near; to the Gentiles, who are far from God and from salvation, ,39 Ephesians 2:12, &c., as well as to the Jews, who are called a people near unto God, .
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
Isaiah 57:19 I create the fruit of the lips; Peace, peace to [him that is] far off, and to [him that is] near, saith the LORD; and I will heal him.Ver. 19. I create the fruit of the lips,] i.e., I speak peace to my people by the mouths of my faithful ministers, applying and setting home the promises; and this I do most magnificently and mightily. Peace, peace.] See on Isaiah 26:3.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
(19) The fruit of the lips . . .—The words point primarily to the praise and thanksgiving of the pardoned penitent (comp. Hosea 14:2; Hebrews 13:15), but include also all true utterances of the wise of heart (Proverbs 10:31). All these alike have their origin in the creative fiat of Jehovah, which proclaims “peace” (i.e., salvation) to all, whether near or far, Jews in Jerusalem, or Jews in exile, or (as in Ephesians 2:17) the Gentiles whose distance was that of spiritual remoteness. The message of healing is for all.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
Verse 19. I create the fruit of the lips] "The sacrifice of praise," saith St. Paul, Hebrews 13:15, "is the fruit of the lips." God creates this fruit of the lips, by giving new subject and cause of thanksgiving by his mercies conferred on those among his people, who acknowledge and bewail their transgressions, and return to him. The great subject of thanksgiving is peace-reconciliation and pardon, offered to them that are nigh, and to them that are afar off, not only to the Jew, but also to the Gentile, as St. Paul more than once applies those terms, Ephesians 2:13; Ephesians 2:17. See also Acts 2:39. Peace to him that is far off - "That is, to the penitent; and to him that is near, i.e., the righteous." - Kimchi.
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 57:19
19. I create the fruit of the lips] Better, creating fruit of the lips, continuing Isaiah 57:18. “Fruit of the lips” means praise and thanksgiving, as Hosea 14:2 (R.V. marg.); Hebrews 13:15. Jehovah will create this, cause it to spring forth spontaneously, from those who experience His lovingkindness. Peace, peace &c.] Peace, peace to the far off and to the near! an exclamation, like Isaiah 57:21. The contrast of the “far off” and the “near” is probably that between the Jews still in exile, and those who have returned and are “near” to Jerusalem (cf. ch. Isaiah 56:8).
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 57:19
I create the fruit of the lips - The Chaldee and Syriac render this, ‘The words of the lips.’ The ‘fruit’ of the lips is that which the lips produce, that is, words; and the reference here is
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 57:19
19. I create the fruit of the lips — The language of expressive penitence and grateful praise. These are said to come from God as a consequence of this healing, which he doeth.
Sermons on Isaiah 57:19
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America's Last Call (Part 6 of 6) by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by expressing their devotion to Jesus and thanking Him for His faithfulness and love. They then discuss the arrogance, greed, and covetousness t |
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The Five Point Relationship of the Child of God by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of true love and turning people to righteousness. He encourages the congregation to have a passion for the souls of others an |
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Perfect Peace by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that in times of panic and chaos, God's faithful people will experience perfect peace, a peace that surpasses all understanding. He references Isaiah 57: |
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Praise - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of dancing during a church service and how it brought liberation to the congregation. He encourages everyone to praise God, |
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Evan Roberts Preaching in 1905 by Evan Roberts | Evan Roberts reflects on the glorious deeds of God, emphasizing that no amount of time could fully express His greatness. He challenges the congregation to consider what they offer |
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Garments of Praise by Ben Crandall | This sermon emphasizes the importance of praising God and being clothed with the 'garments of praise' instead of the 'spirit of heaviness.' It highlights how praise lifts faith, re |
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The Anatomy of Worship by Art Katz | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of maintaining a living relationship with God. He warns against the danger of becoming so focused on doing God's will that we |