Isaiah 60:22
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King James Version (modern wording)
A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation: I the LORD will hasten it in his time.
Isaiah 60:22 (KJV)
American Standard Version
The little one shall become a thousand, and the small one a strong nation; I, Jehovah, will hasten it in its time.
Isaiah 60:22 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
The least of you will become a thousand, and the smallest a mighty nation. I am the LORD; in its time I will accomplish it quickly.
Isaiah 60:22 (BSB)
Context of Isaiah 60:22
Isaiah 60 is a poem about the future restoration and glory of Zion (Jerusalem), in the final section of the book (chapters 56 to 66). It speaks of light rising over the city and nations coming to it. This verse closes the chapter with the promise that a small group will grow into a strong nation in God's time.
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Questions about Isaiah 60:22
What does Isaiah 60:22 say?
Isaiah 60:22 in modern King James wording reads: "A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation: I the LORD will hasten it in his time."
Where is Isaiah 60:22 found in the Bible?
Isaiah 60:22 is verse 22 of chapter 60 of the book of Isaiah, in the Old Testament. Isaiah has 66 chapters.
What is the context of Isaiah 60:22?
Isaiah 60 is a poem about the future restoration and glory of Zion (Jerusalem), in the final section of the book (chapters 56 to 66). It speaks of light rising over the city and nations coming to it. This verse closes the chapter with the promise that a small group will grow into a strong nation in God's time.