New International VersionBut when grace is shown to the wicked, they do not learn righteousness; even in a land of uprightness they go on doing evil and do not regard the majesty of the LORD.
New Living TranslationYour kindness to the wicked does not make them do good. Although others do right, the wicked keep doing wrong and take no notice of the LORD’s majesty.
English Standard VersionIf favor is shown to the wicked, he does not learn righteousness; in the land of uprightness he deals corruptly and does not see the majesty of the LORD.
Berean Standard BibleThough grace is shown to the wicked man, he does not learn righteousness. In the land of righteousness he acts unjustly and fails to see the majesty of the LORD.
King James BibleLet favour be shewed to the wicked, yet will he not learn righteousness: in the land of uprightness will he deal unjustly, and will not behold the majesty of the LORD.
New King James VersionLet grace be shown to the wicked, Yet he will not learn righteousness; In the land of uprightness he will deal unjustly, And will not behold the majesty of the LORD.
New American Standard BibleThough the wicked person is shown compassion, He does not learn righteousness; He deals unjustly in the land of uprightness, And does not perceive the majesty of the LORD.
NASB 1995Though the wicked is shown favor, He does not learn righteousness; He deals unjustly in the land of uprightness, And does not perceive the majesty of the LORD.
NASB 1977Though the wicked is shown favor, He does not learn righteousness; He deals unjustly in the land of uprightness, And does not perceive the majesty of the LORD.
Legacy Standard BibleThough the wicked is shown favor, He does not learn righteousness; He deals unjustly in the land of uprightness, And does not perceive the majesty of Yahweh.
Amplified BibleThough the wicked is shown compassion and favor, He does not learn righteousness; In the land of uprightness he deals unjustly, And refuses to see the majesty of the LORD.
Christian Standard BibleBut if the wicked man is shown favor, he does not learn righteousness. In a righteous land he acts unjustly and does not see the majesty of the LORD.
Holman Christian Standard BibleBut if the wicked man is shown favor, he does not learn righteousness. In a righteous land he acts unjustly and does not see the majesty of the LORD.
American Standard VersionLet favor be showed to the wicked, yet will he not learn righteousness; in the land of uprightness will he deal wrongfully, and will not behold the majesty of Jehovah.
Contemporary English VersionEven when the wicked are treated with mercy in this land of justice, they do wrong and are blind to your glory, our LORD.
English Revised VersionLet favour be shewed to the wicked, yet will he not learn righteousness; in the land of uprightness will he deal wrongfully, and will not behold the majesty of the LORD.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationAlthough the wicked are shown pity, they do not learn to do what is right. They do what is wrong in the upright land and do not see the majesty of the LORD.
Good News TranslationEven though you are kind to the wicked, they never learn to do what is right. Even here in a land of righteous people they still do wrong; they refuse to recognize your greatness.
International Standard VersionIf favor is shown to the wicked, they don't learn righteousness; even in a land of uprightness they act perversely and do not perceive the majesty of the LORD.
NET BibleIf the wicked are shown mercy, they do not learn about justice. Even in a land where right is rewarded, they act unjustly; they do not see the LORD's majesty revealed.
New Heart English BibleLet favor be shown to the wicked, yet he will not learn righteousness. In the land of uprightness he will deal wrongfully, and will not see the LORD's majesty.
Webster's Bible TranslationLet favor be shown to the wicked, yet he will not learn righteousness: in the land of uprightness he will deal unjustly, and will not behold the majesty of the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThough grace is shown to the wicked man, he does not learn righteousness. In the land of righteousness he acts unjustly and fails to see the majesty of the LORD.
World English BibleLet favor be shown to the wicked, yet he will not learn righteousness. In the land of uprightness he will deal wrongfully, and will not see Yahweh’s majesty. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe wicked finds favor, "" He has not learned righteousness, "" He deals perversely in a land of straightforwardness, "" And does not see the excellence of YHWH.
Young's Literal Translation The wicked findeth favour, He hath not learned righteousness, In a land of straightforwardness he dealeth perversely, And seeth not the excellency of Jehovah.
Smith's Literal TranslationShall the unjust be shown favor? He learnt not justice; in the land of justice he will act perversely, and he will not see the majesty of Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleLet us have pity on the wicked, but he will not learn justice: in the land of the saints he hath done wicked things, and he shall not see the glory of the Lord.
Catholic Public Domain VersionLet us take pity on the impious one, but he will not learn justice. In the land of the holy ones, he has done iniquity, and so he will not see the glory of the Lord.
New American BibleThe wicked, when spared, do not learn justice; in an upright land they act perversely, and do not see the majesty of the LORD.
New Revised Standard VersionIf favor is shown to the wicked, they do not learn righteousness; in the land of uprightness they deal perversely and do not see the majesty of the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe wicked has gone far off that he may not learn righteousness; chastisement in the land brings correction; the wicked shall not behold the majesty of the LORD.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedThe evil one has gone far away lest he would learn righteousness. Reproof in the Earth is a rebuke, and they shall not see the magnificence of LORD JEHOVAH OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Let favour be shown to the wicked, yet will he not learn righteousness; In the land of uprightness will he deal wrongfully, And will not behold the majesty of the LORD.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationFor the ungodly one is put down: no one who will not learn righteousness on the earth, shall be able to do the truth: let the ungodly be taken away, that he see not the glory of the Lord.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context A Song of Trust in God's Provision… 9My soul longs for You in the night; indeed, my spirit seeks You at dawn. For when Your judgments come upon the earth, the people of the world learn righteousness. 10Though grace is shownto the wicked man,he does notlearnrighteousness.In the landof righteousnesshe acts unjustlyand failsto seethe majestyof the LORD.11O LORD, Your hand is upraised, but they do not see it. They will see Your zeal for Your people and be put to shame. The fire set for Your enemies will consume them!…
Cross References Romans 2:4-5Or do you disregard the riches of His kindness, tolerance, and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you to repentance? / But because of your hard and unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of wrath, when God’s righteous judgment will be revealed.
Jeremiah 5:3O LORD, do not Your eyes look for truth? You struck them, but they felt no pain. You finished them off, but they refused to accept discipline. They have made their faces harder than stone and refused to repent.
Psalm 73:3-12For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. / They have no struggle in their death; their bodies are well-fed. / They are free of the burdens others carry; they are not afflicted like other men. ...
Ecclesiastes 8:11When the sentence for a crime is not speedily executed, the hearts of men become fully set on doing evil.
2 Peter 3:9The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance.
Matthew 11:20-24Then Jesus began to denounce the cities in which most of His miracles had been performed, because they did not repent. / “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes. / But I tell you, it will be more bearable for Tyre and Sidon on the day of judgment than for you. ...
Proverbs 1:24-31Because you refused my call, and no one took my outstretched hand, / because you neglected all my counsel, and wanted none of my correction, / in turn I will mock your calamity; I will sneer when terror strikes you, ...
Luke 16:31Then Abraham said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be persuaded even if someone rises from the dead.’”
Amos 4:6-11“I afflicted all your cities with cleanness of teeth and all your towns with lack of bread, yet you did not return to Me,” declares the LORD. / “I also withheld the rain from you when the harvest was three months away. I sent rain on one city but withheld it from another. One field received rain; another without rain withered. / People staggered from city to city for water to drink, but they were not satisfied; yet you did not return to Me,” declares the LORD. ...
John 3:19-20And this is the verdict: The Light has come into the world, but men loved the darkness rather than the Light because their deeds were evil. / Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed.
Hebrews 3:7-11Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says: “Today, if you hear His voice, / do not harden your hearts, as you did in the rebellion, in the day of testing in the wilderness, / where your fathers tested and tried Me, and for forty years saw My works. ...
Ezekiel 3:7But the house of Israel will be unwilling to listen to you, since they are unwilling to listen to Me. For the whole house of Israel is hard-headed and hard-hearted.
2 Thessalonians 2:10-12and with every wicked deception directed against those who are perishing, because they refused the love of the truth that would have saved them. / For this reason God will send them a powerful delusion so that they believe the lie, / in order that judgment may come upon all who have disbelieved the truth and delighted in wickedness.
Psalm 10:4-6In his pride the wicked man does not seek Him; in all his schemes there is no God. / He is secure in his ways at all times; Your lofty judgments are far from him; he sneers at all his foes. / He says to himself, “I will not be moved; from age to age I am free of distress.”
Revelation 9:20-21Now the rest of mankind who were not killed by these plagues still did not repent of the works of their hands. They did not stop worshiping demons and idols of gold, silver, bronze, stone, and wood, which cannot see or hear or walk. / Furthermore, they did not repent of their murder, sorcery, sexual immorality, and theft.
Treasury of Scripture Let favor be showed to the wicked, yet will he not learn righteousness: in the land of uprightness will he deal unjustly, and will not behold the majesty of the LORD. favour Isaiah 63:9,10 In all their affliction he was afflicted, and the angel of his presence saved them: in his love and in his pity he redeemed them; and he bare them, and carried them all the days of old… Exodus 8:15,31,32 But when Pharaoh saw that there was respite, he hardened his heart, and hearkened not unto them; as the LORD had said… Exodus 9:34 And when Pharaoh saw that the rain and the hail and the thunders were ceased, he sinned yet more, and hardened his heart, he and his servants. in the Isaiah 2:10 Enter into the rock, and hide thee in the dust, for fear of the LORD, and for the glory of his majesty. Isaiah 24:5 The earth also is defiled under the inhabitants thereof; because they have transgressed the laws, changed the ordinance, broken the everlasting covenant. Isaiah 27:13 And it shall come to pass in that day,that the great trumpet shall be blown, and they shall come which were ready to perish in the land of Assyria, and the outcasts in the land of Egypt, and shall worship the LORD in the holy mount at Jerusalem. and will not Isaiah 5:12 And the harp, and the viol, the tabret, and pipe, and wine, are in their feasts: but they regard not the work of the LORD, neither consider the operation of his hands. Psalm 28:4,5 Give them according to their deeds, and according to the wickedness of their endeavours: give them after the work of their hands; render to them their desert… Hosea 11:7 And my people are bent to backsliding from me: though they called them to the most High, none at all would exalthim. Jump to Previous DealDealsEvilEvil-DoerFavorFavourGloryGraceKindLearnMajestyPerceivePerverselyRighteousnessShewedShewnShownUnjustlyUprightUprightnessWickedWrongdoingWrongfullyJump to Next DealDealsEvilEvil-DoerFavorFavourGloryGraceKindLearnMajestyPerceivePerverselyRighteousnessShewedShewnShownUnjustlyUprightUprightnessWickedWrongdoingWrongfullyIsaiah 26 1.Trust in God's ProvisionThough grace is shown to the wicked manThis phrase highlights the concept of common grace, where God extends His kindness and blessings even to those who are unrighteous. This is seen throughout Scripture, such as in Matthew 5:45, where God causes the sun to rise on the evil and the good. Theologically, this demonstrates God's patience and desire for all to come to repentance ( 2 Peter 3:9). Historically, Israel experienced periods of grace despite their rebellion, reflecting God's enduring mercy. he does not learn righteousness
Despite receiving grace, the wicked man remains unrepentant and fails to embrace righteousness. This reflects the hardness of heart seen in Pharaoh during the Exodus (Exodus 7-11). It underscores the biblical theme that external blessings do not necessarily lead to internal transformation without a responsive heart. This is a call to self-examination for believers, as seen inJames 1:22-25, to not merely hear the word but to act on it. In the land of righteousness he acts unjustly
This phrase suggests that even in a context where righteousness is prevalent, the wicked choose to act contrary to it. This can be seen in the history of Israel, where despite being given the Law and the prophets, many acted unjustly (Jeremiah 7:25-26). It also serves as a warning to the church, as seen in the letters to the churches inRevelation 2-3, where some congregations were rebuked for tolerating sin. and fails to see the majesty of the LORD
The inability to perceive God's majesty is a spiritual blindness that affects the wicked. This is echoed inRomans 1:20-21, where people fail to honor God despite the evidence of His creation. The majesty of the LORD is a recurring theme in Isaiah, pointing to His sovereignty and holiness (Isaiah 6:1-5). This blindness is ultimately a rejection of God's revelation, which is fully manifested in Jesus Christ, the image of the invisible God (Colossians 1:15). Persons / Places / Events 1. IsaiahA major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is the author of the book that bears his name. He prophesied to the Kingdom of Judah and spoke of both judgment and hope. 2. The WickedThis term refers to those who live in opposition to God's laws and righteousness. In this context, it highlights those who fail to respond to God's grace. 3. The Land of UprightnessSymbolically represents a place or state where God's laws and righteousness are known and practiced. It contrasts with the behavior of the wicked. 4. The Majesty of the LORDRefers to God's supreme authority, holiness, and glory, which the wicked fail to acknowledge or respect. Teaching Points The Nature of GraceGod's grace is extended even to the wicked, demonstrating His love and desire for all to come to repentance. However, grace requires a response. The Hardness of HeartThe wicked's failure to learn righteousness despite grace shows the danger of a hardened heart. We must remain open to God's correction and guidance. Living in the Land of UprightnessAs believers, we are called to live righteously and reflect God's character, even when surrounded by those who do not. Acknowledging God's MajestyRecognizing and respecting God's majesty is crucial for a life of faith. It involves worship, obedience, and reverence. The Consequences of Ignoring GraceIgnoring God's grace leads to continued sin and separation from God. We must be vigilant in our walk with Him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Isaiah 26:10?
2.How does Isaiah 26:10 illustrate the consequences of rejecting God's grace?
3.What does "favor is shown to the wicked" reveal about God's character?
4.How can Isaiah 26:10 guide us in praying for unbelievers?
5.How does Isaiah 26:10 connect with Romans 1:18-32 on human unrighteousness?
6.How can believers demonstrate God's grace to those who reject righteousness?
7.How does Isaiah 26:10 challenge the concept of divine grace and human response?
8.Why does Isaiah 26:10 suggest that grace alone doesn't lead to righteousness?
9.What historical context influenced the message of Isaiah 26:10?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 26?
11.What do colors symbolize in the Bible?
12.What are notable paradoxes found in the Bible?
13.What does 'God of Jeshurun' mean?
14.What defines Old Testament Theology?What Does Isaiah 26:10 Mean Though grace is shown to the wicked manGod pours out His undeserved kindness even on those who openly rebel against Him.Romans 2:4 reminds us that “the kindness of God leads you to repentance,” andMatthew 5:45 notes that He “sends rain on the righteous and the wicked.” This is commonly called “common grace”—sunshine, food, health, safety, and even repeated Gospel invitations. All of it testifies that the Lord “is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish” (2 Peter 3:9). Grace, therefore, is not limited; its reach extends to every corner of human society, proving God’s generosity beyond dispute.
he does not learn righteousness.Tragically, many resist that grace. •Proverbs 27:22 pictures a fool who remains foolish even after hard pounding. •Jeremiah 5:3 laments that after many corrections, “they made their faces harder than rock.” •Romans 1:21–25 details the downward slide of people who “knew God” yet refused to honor Him. Instead of letting divine kindness train them, the wicked cling to self-rule. They hear truth but dismiss it, seeing God’s patience as license rather than a call to repent.
In the land of righteousness he acts unjustlyEven when surrounded by blessing—growing up in a believing home, attending a solid church, living among people who seek justice—an unregenerate heart will still choose evil.Isaiah 5:7 describes Israel as a “vineyard” that God tenderly planted, yet it yielded “bloodshed.”Hebrews 6:7-8 compares well-watered ground producing either crops or thorns; setting matters, but heart soil decides the yield. Exposure to light, therefore, only highlights the contrast when darkness is chosen.
and fails to see the majesty of the LORD.Sin blinds. Second Corinthians 4:4 says “the god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers,” andJohn 12:40 echoes Isaiah’s warning that hardened hearts “cannot see with their eyes, nor understand with their hearts.” The wicked miss the splendor Isaiah himself saw in 6:1—“I saw the Lord, high and exalted.” Instead of awe and worship, they shrug. The refusal to behold God’s glory seals their injustice and confirms their spiritual deadness.
summaryIsaiah 26:10 paints a sober picture: God lavishes real, tangible grace on the wicked, yet many never let that grace teach them. Surrounded by righteousness, they still practice injustice, their eyes veiled to the Lord’s majesty. The verse calls us to cherish grace, respond in repentance, and live with open eyes to God’s glory—lest we, too, waste the very kindness meant to lead us home. (10) Let favour be shewed to the wicked . . .--The thought of Isaiah 26:9 is presented under another aspect. The judgments of God manifested against evil are the only discipline by which the doers of evil can be taught; without the, under a system of mere tolerance and favour, they remain as they are. In the very "land of uprightness" ( Psalm 143:10) they will still work unrighteousness. "The mind is its own place," and can make a hell of heaven itself. The eyes that see "the majesty of the Lord" are those of the pure in heart ( Matthew 5:8). Verse 10. - Let favor be showed to the wicked. This is a further explanation of the reason why the righteous had so earnestly desired the coming of God's judgments upon the earth. They had felt that further mercy and long-suffering wine thrown away upon the wicked, and "only did them harm" (Kay). When "favor was showed them," they did but persist in unrighteousness. In the land of uprightness will he deal unjustly. Even good example does not convert the wicked man. Though he live in a "land of righteousness," where God and his Law are acknowledged, where true religion is professed, where the gospel is preached, he will continue wicked, he will "deal unjustly;" he will not behold - or, consider -the majesty of the Lord.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Though grace is shownיֻחַ֤ן(yu·ḥan)Verb - Hofal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2603:To bend, stoop in kindness to an inferior, to favor, bestow, to imploreto the wicked man,רָשָׁע֙(rā·šā‘)Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7563:Wrong, an, bad personhe does notבַּל־(bal-)Adverb
Strong's 1077:A failure, nothing, not at all, lestlearnלָמַ֣ד(lā·maḏ)Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3925:To exercise in, learnrighteousness.צֶ֔דֶק(ṣe·ḏeq)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6664:The right, equity, prosperityIn the landבְּאֶ֥רֶץ(bə·’e·reṣ)Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776:Earth, landof righteousnessנְכֹח֖וֹת(nə·ḵō·ḥō·wṯ)Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 5229:Straightforwardness, integrity, a truthhe acts unjustlyיְעַוֵּ֑ל(yə·‘aw·wêl)Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5765:To act wrongfullyand failsוּבַל־(ū·ḇal-)Conjunctive waw | Adverb
Strong's 1077:A failure, nothing, not at all, lestto seeיִרְאֶ֖ה(yir·’eh)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7200:To seethe majestyגֵּא֥וּת(gê·’ūṯ)Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 1348:Arrogance, majesty, ornamentof the LORD.יְהוָֽה׃(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069:YHWH
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