New International VersionFor the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; it is he who will save us.
New Living TranslationFor the LORD is our judge, our lawgiver, and our king. He will care for us and save us.
English Standard VersionFor the LORD is our judge; the LORD is our lawgiver; the LORD is our king; he will save us.
Berean Standard BibleFor the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our King. It is He who will save us.
King James BibleFor the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; he will save us.
New King James Version(For the LORD is our Judge, The LORD is our Lawgiver, The LORD is our King; He will save us);
New American Standard BibleFor the LORD is our judge, The LORD is our lawgiver, The LORD is our king; He will save us—
NASB 1995For the LORD is our judge, The LORD is our lawgiver, The LORD is our king; He will save us—
NASB 1977For the LORD is our judge, The LORD is our lawgiver, The LORD is our king; He will save us—
Legacy Standard BibleFor Yahweh is our judge, Yahweh is our lawgiver, Yahweh is our king; He will save us—
Amplified BibleFor the LORD is our Judge, The LORD is our Ruler, The LORD is our King; He will save us.
Christian Standard BibleFor the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our Lawgiver, the LORD is our King. He will save us.
Holman Christian Standard BibleFor the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our King. He will save us.
American Standard VersionFor Jehovah is our judge, Jehovah is our lawgiver, Jehovah is our king; he will save us.
Contemporary English VersionThe LORD is our judge and our ruler; the LORD is our king and will keep us safe.
English Revised VersionFor the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; he will save us.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe LORD is our judge. The LORD is our lawgiver. The LORD is our king. The LORD is our savior.
International Standard VersionFor the LORD is our judge, and the LORD is our lawgiver; and the LORD is our king, and it is he who will save us.
NET BibleFor the LORD, our ruler, the LORD, our commander, the LORD, our king--he will deliver us.
New Heart English BibleFor the LORD is our judge. The LORD is our lawgiver. The LORD is our king. He will save us.
Webster's Bible TranslationFor the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; he will save us. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our King. It is He who will save us.
World English BibleFor Yahweh is our judge. Yahweh is our lawgiver. Yahweh is our king. He will save us. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor YHWH, ours who is judging, "" YHWH our lawgiver, "" YHWH our King—He saves us.
Young's Literal Translation For Jehovah our judge, Jehovah our lawgiver, Jehovah our king -- He doth save us.
Smith's Literal TranslationFor Jehovah is our Judge, Jehovah our law-giver, Jehovah our king; he will save us. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor the Lord is our judge, the Lord is our lawgiver, the Lord is our king: he will save us.
Catholic Public Domain VersionFor the Lord is our judge. The Lord is our lawgiver. The Lord is our king. He himself will save us.
New American BibleFor the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; he it is who will save us.
New Revised Standard VersionFor the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our ruler, the LORD is our king; he will save us. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; and he is our Saviour.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedBecause LORD JEHOVAH is the Judge and LORD JEHOVAH is The Prophet and LORD JEHOVAH is our King and he is our Savior OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For the LORD is our Judge, The LORD is our Lawgiver, The LORD is our King; He will save us.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationFor my God is great: the Lord our judge shall not pass me by: the Lord is our prince, the Lord is our king; the Lord, he shall save us.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The LORD is Exalted… 21But there the Majestic One, our LORD, will be for us a place of rivers and wide canals, where no galley with oars will row, and no majestic vessel will pass. 22Forthe LORDis our Judge,the LORDis our lawgiver,the LORDis our King.It is Hewho will save us.23Your ropes are slack; they cannot secure the mast or spread the sail. Then an abundance of spoils will be divided, and even the lame will carry off plunder.…
Cross References James 4:12There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the One who is able to save and destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?
Psalm 75:7but it is God who judges; He brings down one and exalts another.
Deuteronomy 32:36For the LORD will vindicate His people and have compassion on His servants when He sees that their strength is gone and no one remains, slave or free.
Hebrews 12:23in joyful assembly, to the congregation of the firstborn, enrolled in heaven. You have come to God the Judge of all, to the spirits of the righteous made perfect,
Psalm 50:6And the heavens proclaim His righteousness, for God Himself is Judge. Selah
Psalm 9:7-8But the LORD abides forever; He has established His throne for judgment. / He judges the world with justice; He governs the people with equity.
Romans 14:10-12Why, then, do you judge your brother? Or why do you belittle your brother? For we will all stand before God’s judgment seat. / It is written: “As surely as I live, says the Lord, every knee will bow before Me; every tongue will confess to God.” / So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.
Psalm 96:10Declare among the nations: “The LORD reigns!” The world is firmly established; it cannot be moved; He will judge the peoples with equity.
Revelation 19:11Then I saw heaven standing open, and there before me was a white horse. And its rider is called Faithful and True. With righteousness He judges and wages war.
Psalm 89:18Surely our shield belongs to the LORD, and our king to the Holy One of Israel.
1 Samuel 2:10Those who oppose the LORD will be shattered. He will thunder from heaven against them. The LORD will judge the ends of the earth and will give power to His king. He will exalt the horn of His anointed.”
Acts 10:42And He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that He is the One appointed by God to judge the living and the dead.
Psalm 98:9before the LORD, for He comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world with righteousness and the peoples with equity.
2 Timothy 4:1I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of His appearing and His kingdom:
Psalm 67:4Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for You judge the peoples justly and lead the nations of the earth. Selah
Treasury of Scripture For the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; he will save us. the Lord is our judge Genesis 18:25
That be far from thee to do after this manner, to slay the righteous with the wicked: and that the righteous should be as the wicked, that be far from thee: Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? Psalm 50:6
And the heavens shall declare his righteousness: for Godis judge himself. Selah. Psalm 75:7
But Godis the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another. lawgiver. Deuteronomy 33:2
And he said, The LORD came from Sinai, and rose up from Seir unto them; he shined forth from mount Paran, and he came with ten thousands of saints: from his right handwent a fiery law for them. Nehemiah 10:14
The chief of the people; Parosh, Pahathmoab, Elam, Zatthu, Bani, Psalm 147:19,20
He sheweth his word unto Jacob, his statutes and his judgments unto Israel… the Lord is our king Psalm 44:4
Thou art my King, O God: command deliverances for Jacob. Psalm 74:12
For Godis my King of old, working salvation in the midst of the earth. Psalm 89:18
For the LORDis our defence; and the Holy One of Israelis our king. he will Isaiah 12:2
Behold, Godis my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAHis my strength andmy song; he also is become my salvation. Isaiah 25:9
And it shall be said in that day, Lo, thisis our God; we have waited for him, and he will save us: thisis the LORD; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation. Zephaniah 3:15-17
The LORD hath taken away thy judgments, he hath cast out thine enemy: the king of Israel,even the LORD,is in the midst of thee: thou shalt not see evil any more… Jump to Previous JudgeLawgiverRulerSaveSaviourJump to Next JudgeLawgiverRulerSaveSaviourIsaiah 33 1.God's judgments against the enemies of the church13.The consternation of sinners, and privileges of the godlyFor the LORD is our JudgeThis phrase emphasizes God's role as the ultimate authority in moral and spiritual matters. In the context of Isaiah, the Israelites were often judged by earthly rulers, but this verse reminds them that God is the supreme Judge. This aligns with passages like Psalm 75:7, which states that God is the one who judges, putting down one and lifting up another. The role of a judge in ancient Israel was not only to decide legal matters but also to maintain social order and justice, reflecting God's righteousness and fairness. the LORD is our lawgiver
Here, the LORD is depicted as the source of divine law, akin to the role Moses played when he received the Law on Mount Sinai (Exodus 24:12). This highlights God's authority in establishing moral and ethical standards for His people. The term "lawgiver" connects to the Torah, the first five books of the Bible, which contain the laws given to Israel. This phrase underscores the belief that God's laws are perfect and eternal, as seen inPsalm 19:7, which declares the law of the LORD as perfect, reviving the soul. the LORD is our King
This phrase acknowledges God's sovereignty and kingship over Israel and the entire world. In the historical context, Israel had earthly kings, but this verse points to God as the ultimate King. This is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, as seen in1 Samuel 8:7, where God tells Samuel that the people have rejected Him as their king. The kingship of God is also a type of Christ, who is recognized as the King of Kings in the New Testament (Revelation 19:16). It is He who will save us
This final phrase assures the people of God's deliverance and salvation. In the immediate context, it speaks to the deliverance from Assyrian threats, but it also foreshadows the ultimate salvation through Jesus Christ. The concept of God as Savior is prevalent throughout the Bible, with passages likePsalm 68:20 affirming that God is a God of salvation. In the New Testament, this is fulfilled in Jesus, whose name means "The LORD saves" (Matthew 1:21), highlighting the continuity of God's saving work from the Old Testament to the New Testament. Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The central figure in this verse, representing the triune God who is both just and merciful. The Hebrew name "Yahweh" emphasizes His eternal and self-existent nature. 2. IsaiahThe prophet who delivered this message to the people of Judah, calling them to trust in God amidst political turmoil and threats from surrounding nations. 3. JudahThe southern kingdom of Israel, facing threats from Assyria during Isaiah's time. This verse is a reassurance of God's sovereignty and protection over His people. 4. AssyriaThe dominant empire during Isaiah's ministry, often seen as a threat to Judah. The verse contrasts the earthly power of Assyria with the divine authority of God. 5. JerusalemThe capital of Judah, representing the spiritual and political heart of the nation. The promise of God's salvation is particularly relevant to the city under threat. Teaching Points God as JudgeRecognize that God is the ultimate authority in moral and spiritual matters. His judgments are perfect and just, providing a standard for our lives. God as LawgiverUnderstand that God's laws are given for our benefit and guidance. They reflect His character and are meant to lead us into a life of righteousness. God as KingSubmit to God's sovereign rule in every area of life. Acknowledge His authority and seek His kingdom first in all decisions and actions. God as SaviorTrust in God's power to save us from both temporal and eternal threats. His salvation is comprehensive, covering every aspect of our lives. Living in AssuranceLive with confidence and peace, knowing that God is in control and will ultimately deliver His people from all forms of oppression and danger. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 33
In Isaiah 33:22, is the portrayal of God as “judge, lawgiver, and king” historically supported by Israel’s political structures, or does it conflict with known governance systems?
What does the Bible say about societal hierarchy?
What does the Bible say about societal hierarchy?
Who can condemn if God justifies us?(22) The Lord is our judge . . .--The verb is better omitted, and the threefold iteration of the name of Jehovah, in each case with a special characteristic, taken as the subject of the final verb: "The Lord, our judge, the Lord, our lawgiver . . . He will save us."
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Forכִּ֤י(kî)Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunctionthe LORDיְהוָה֙(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelis our Judge,שֹׁפְטֵ֔נוּ(šō·p̄ə·ṭê·nū)Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct | first person common plural
Strong's 8199:To judge, pronounce sentence, to vindicate, punish, to govern, to litigatethe LORDיְהוָ֖ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelis our lawgiver,מְחֹקְקֵ֑נוּ(mə·ḥō·qə·qê·nū)Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular construct | first person common plural
Strong's 2710:To hack, engrave, to enact, prescribethe LORDיְהוָ֥ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelis our King.מַלְכֵּ֖נוּ(mal·kê·nū)Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common plural
Strong's 4428:A kingHeה֥וּא(hū)Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931:He, self, the same, this, that, as, arewill save us.יוֹשִׁיעֵֽנוּ׃(yō·wō·šî·‘ê·nū)Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | first person common plural
Strong's 3467:To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor
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