Isaiah 55:8
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King James Version (modern wording)
For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, says the LORD.
Isaiah 55:8 (KJV)
American Standard Version
For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith Jehovah.
Isaiah 55:8 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD.
Isaiah 55:8 (BSB)
Context of Isaiah 55:8
Isaiah 55 is an invitation to everyone who is thirsty to come and receive freely from God. Verse 7 calls the wicked to turn back and promises pardon. Verses 8 and 9 give the reason the invitation can be trusted: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.
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Questions about Isaiah 55:8
What does Isaiah 55:8 say?
Isaiah 55:8 in modern King James wording reads: "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, says the LORD."
Where is Isaiah 55:8 found in the Bible?
Isaiah 55:8 is verse 8 of chapter 55 of the book of Isaiah, in the Old Testament. Isaiah has 66 chapters.
What is the context of Isaiah 55:8?
Isaiah 55 is an invitation to everyone who is thirsty to come and receive freely from God. Verse 7 calls the wicked to turn back and promises pardon. Verses 8 and 9 give the reason the invitation can be trusted: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.