Isaiah 43:2
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King James Version (modern wording)
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you: when you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon you.
Isaiah 43:2 (KJV)
American Standard Version
When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned, neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
Isaiah 43:2 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
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.
Isaiah 43:2 (BSB)
Context of Isaiah 43:2
Isaiah 43 begins with "But now", after a passage about Israel's failures. God says he created and rescued Israel and calls them by name. The images of deep waters and fire describe dangers the people will face, and the promise is that God will be with them in them.
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Questions about Isaiah 43:2
What does Isaiah 43:2 say?
Isaiah 43:2 in modern King James wording reads: "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you: when you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon you."
Where is Isaiah 43:2 found in the Bible?
Isaiah 43:2 is verse 2 of chapter 43 of the book of Isaiah, in the Old Testament. Isaiah has 66 chapters.
What is the context of Isaiah 43:2?
Isaiah 43 begins with "But now", after a passage about Israel's failures. God says he created and rescued Israel and calls them by name. The images of deep waters and fire describe dangers the people will face, and the promise is that God will be with them in them.