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◄ Isaiah 29:20►

New International Version
The ruthless will vanish, the mockers will disappear, and all who have an eye for evil will be cut down—

New Living Translation
The scoffer will be gone, the arrogant will disappear, and those who plot evil will be killed.

English Standard Version
For the ruthless shall come to nothing and the scoffer cease, and all who watch to do evil shall be cut off,

Berean Standard Bible
For the ruthless will vanish, the mockers will disappear, and all who look for evil will be cut down—

King James Bible
For the terrible one is brought to nought, and the scorner is consumed, and all that watch for iniquity are cut off:

New King James Version
For the terrible one is brought to nothing, The scornful one is consumed, And all who watch for iniquity are cut off—

New American Standard Bible
For the ruthless will come to an end and the scorner will be finished, Indeed all who are intent on doing evil will be eliminated,

NASB 1995
For the ruthless will come to an end and the scorner will be finished, Indeed all who are intent on doing evil will be cut off;

NASB 1977
For the ruthless will come to an end, and the scorner will be finished, Indeed all who are intent on doing evil will be cut off;

Legacy Standard Bible
For the ruthless will come to an end and the scoffer will be finished, Indeed all who are watching out to do evil will be cut off;

Amplified Bible
For the tyrant will come to an end and the scorner will be finished, Indeed all who are intent on doing evil will be cut off—

Christian Standard Bible
For the ruthless one will vanish, the scorner will disappear, and all those who lie in wait with evil intent will be killed —

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For the ruthless one will vanish, the scorner will disappear, and all those who lie in wait with evil intent will be killed—

American Standard Version
For the terrible one is brought to nought, and the scoffer ceaseth, and all they that watch for iniquity are cut off;

Contemporary English Version
All who are cruel and arrogant will be gone forever. Those who live by crime will disappear,

English Revised Version
For the terrible one is brought to nought, and the scorner ceaseth, and all they that watch for iniquity are cut off:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Tyrants will be gone. Mockers will be finished. All who look for ways to do wrong will come to an end:

Good News Translation
It will be the end of those who oppress others and show contempt for God. Every sinner will be destroyed.

International Standard Version
For the ruthless will vanish, and mockers will disappear, and all who have an eye for evil will be cut down—

NET Bible
For tyrants will disappear, those who taunt will vanish, and all those who love to do wrong will be eliminated--

New Heart English Bible
For the ruthless is brought to nothing, and the scoffer ceases, and all those who are alert to do evil are cut off--

Webster's Bible Translation
For the terrible one is brought to naught, and the scoffer is consumed, and all that watch for iniquity are cut off:

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
For the ruthless will vanish, the mockers will disappear, and all who look for evil will be cut down—

World English Bible
For the ruthless is brought to nothing, and the scoffer ceases, and all those who are alert to do evil are cut off—

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
For the terrible one has ceased, "" And the scorner has been consumed, "" And all watching for iniquity have been cut off,

Young's Literal Translation
For ceased hath the terrible one, And consumed hath been the scorner, And cut off have been all watching for iniquity,

Smith's Literal Translation
For the terrible one ceased, the mocker was consumed, and they watching vanity were cut off:

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
For he that did prevail hath failed, the scorner is consumed, and they are all cut off that watched for iniquity:

Catholic Public Domain Version
For the one who was prevailing has failed, the one who was mocking has been consumed, and all those who were standing guard over iniquity have been cut down.

New American Bible
For the tyrant shall be no more, the scoffer shall cease to be; All who are ready for evil shall be cut off,

New Revised Standard Version
For the tyrant shall be no more, and the scoffer shall cease to be; all those alert to do evil shall be cut off—

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
For the oppressor is brought to nought, and the scorner is consumed, and all that incite to iniquity are cut off,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Because the trampler has passed and the mocker has ended, and all who provoked evil are destroyed

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
For the terrible one is brought to nought, And the scorner ceaseth, And all they that watch for iniquity are cut off;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The lawless man has come to nought, and the proud man has perished, and they that transgress mischievously have been utterly destroyed:

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Sanctification for the Godly
…19The humble will increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men will rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.20For the ruthless will vanish,the mockers will disappear,and all who look for evil will be cut down—21those who indict a man with a word, who ensnare the mediator at the gate, and who with false charges deprive the innocent of justice.…

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Cross References

Psalm 37:10
Yet a little while, and the wicked will be no more; though you look for them, they will not be found.

Proverbs 2:22
but the wicked will be cut off from the land, and the unfaithful will be uprooted.

Malachi 4:1
“For behold, the day is coming, burning like a furnace, when all the arrogant and every evildoer will be stubble; the day is coming when I will set them ablaze,” says the LORD of Hosts. “Not a root or branch will be left to them.”

Psalm 1:4-6
Not so the wicked! For they are like chaff driven off by the wind. / Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous. / For the LORD guards the path of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.

Job 20:5
the triumph of the wicked has been brief and the joy of the godless momentary?

Psalm 37:36
yet he passed away and was no more; though I searched, he could not be found.

Psalm 104:35
May sinners vanish from the earth and the wicked be no more. Bless the LORD, O my soul. Hallelujah!

Isaiah 11:4
but with righteousness He will judge the poor, and with equity He will decide for the lowly of the earth. He will strike the earth with the rod of His mouth and slay the wicked with the breath of His lips.

Isaiah 41:11-12
Behold, all who rage against you will be ashamed and disgraced; those who contend with you will be reduced to nothing and will perish. / You will seek them but will not find them. Those who wage war against you will come to nothing.

Isaiah 51:13
But you have forgotten the LORD, your Maker, who stretched out the heavens and laid the foundations of the earth. You live in terror all day long because of the fury of the oppressor who is bent on destruction. But where is the fury of the oppressor?

Matthew 13:41-42
The Son of Man will send out His angels, and they will weed out of His kingdom every cause of sin and all who practice lawlessness. / And they will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.

2 Thessalonians 2:8
And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will slay with the breath of His mouth and annihilate by the majesty of His arrival.

Revelation 19:20
But the beast was captured along with the false prophet, who on its behalf had performed signs deceiving those who had the mark of the beast and worshiped its image. Both the beast and the false prophet were thrown alive into the fiery lake of burning sulfur.

Matthew 23:33
You snakes! You brood of vipers! How will you escape the sentence of hell?

Luke 13:27-28
And he will answer, ‘I tell you, I do not know where you are from. Depart from me, all you evildoers.’ / There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth when you see Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and all the prophets in the kingdom of God, but you yourselves are thrown out.

Treasury of Scripture

For the terrible one is brought to nothing, and the scorner is consumed, and all that watch for iniquity are cut off:

the terrible

Isaiah 29:5
Moreover the multitude of thy strangers shall be like small dust, and the multitude of the terrible onesshall be as chaff that passeth away: yea, it shall be at an instant suddenly.

Isaiah 13:3
I have commanded my sanctified ones, I have also called my mighty ones for mine anger,even them that rejoice in my highness.

Isaiah 25:4,5
For thou hast been a strength to the poor, a strength to the needy in his distress, a refuge from the storm, a shadow from the heat, when the blast of the terrible onesis as a stormagainst the wall…

the scorner

Isaiah 28:14-22
Wherefore hear the word of the LORD, ye scornful men, that rule this people whichis in Jerusalem…

Luke 16:14
And the Pharisees also, who were covetous, heard all these things: and they derided him.

Luke 23:11,35
And Herod with his men of war set him at nought, and mockedhim, and arrayed him in a gorgeous robe, and sent him again to Pilate…

and all

Micah 2:1
Woe to them that devise iniquity, and work evil upon their beds! when the morning is light, they practise it, because it is in the power of their hand.

Mark 2:6,7
But there were certain of the scribes sitting there, and reasoning in their hearts, …

Mark 3:2-6
And they watched him, whether he would heal him on the sabbath day; that they might accuse him…

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Isaiah 29

1.God's heavy judgment upon Jerusalem
7.The insatiableness of her enemies
9.The senselessness
13.And deep hypocrisy of the people
17.A promise of sanctification to the godly

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

For the ruthless will vanish
This phrase indicates a divine promise of justice and the removal of those who oppress others. In the context of Isaiah, the ruthless often refers to the leaders and nations that oppress Israel. Historically, this could be seen in the Assyrian and Babylonian empires, which were known for their harsh treatment of conquered peoples. Theologically, this reflects God's commitment to justice and His ultimate authority over all nations. This promise is echoed in other scriptures, such asPsalm 37:10, which assures that the wicked will not last forever.

the mockers will disappear
Mockers are those who scorn and ridicule, often opposing God's truth and His people. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, mockery was a serious offense, as it undermined social and religious order. This phrase suggests a future where such disdain for God and His ways will be eradicated.Proverbs 19:29 warns that judgment is prepared for mockers, reinforcing the idea that their end is certain. This can also be seen as a type of Christ, who was mocked during His crucifixion but ultimately triumphed over sin and death.

and all who look for evil will be cut down—
This phrase speaks to the fate of those who actively seek to do harm or injustice. It implies a divine intervention where God will not only thwart their plans but also remove them entirely. This is consistent with the biblical theme of retribution, where evil intentions are met with divine justice. The imagery of being "cut down" suggests a sudden and decisive action, similar to the fate of the wicked described inPsalm 37:2. This also connects to the prophetic vision of a future where righteousness prevails, as seen inRevelation 21:8, where evildoers are ultimately excluded from the new creation.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is the author of the book bearing his name. He prophesied during a time of great turmoil and change in Israel, calling the people back to faithfulness to God.

2.Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, where Isaiah primarily ministered. The people of Judah were often warned by Isaiah about impending judgment due to their unfaithfulness.

3.The Ruthless
This term refers to those who are cruel and oppressive, often using their power to harm others. In the context of Isaiah, it can refer to both foreign oppressors and corrupt leaders within Israel.

4.The Mockers
Individuals who scorn and ridicule, often those who mock God and His ways. In Isaiah's time, this could include those who doubted God's power or promises.

5.Those Who Look for Evil
People who actively seek to do harm or engage in wickedness. This phrase highlights the intentional nature of their actions.

Teaching Points

The Fate of the Wicked
Isaiah 29:20 assures believers that those who are ruthless and mock God will not endure. This serves as a reminder of God's justice and the ultimate accountability everyone faces.

The Power of God’s Justice
The verse highlights God's ability to bring about justice, encouraging believers to trust in His timing and righteousness rather than taking matters into their own hands.

Encouragement for the Oppressed
For those who suffer under the hands of the ruthless, this verse offers hope and assurance that God sees their plight and will act on their behalf.

Call to Righteous Living
Believers are encouraged to examine their own lives to ensure they are not engaging in mocking or seeking evil, but rather living in a way that honors God.

Hope in Transformation
The disappearance of the ruthless and mockers points to the transformative power of God's kingdom, where evil is eradicated, and righteousness prevails.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Isaiah 29:20?

2.How does Isaiah 29:20 illustrate God's justice against the "ruthless" and "scoffer"?

3.What actions can we take to avoid being like the "ruthless" in Isaiah?

4.How does Isaiah 29:20 connect with Proverbs' teachings on the fate of scoffers?

5.In what ways can we apply Isaiah 29:20 to modern societal injustices?

6.How does Isaiah 29:20 encourage believers to trust in God's ultimate justice?

7.What does Isaiah 29:20 reveal about God's judgment on the ruthless and mockers?

8.How does Isaiah 29:20 fit into the broader context of Isaiah's prophecies?

9.What historical events might Isaiah 29:20 be referencing?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 29?

11.What does 'Scoffers in the Last Days' signify?

12.What does secretive action between hands signify?

13.How do we reconcile Psalm 37:35-36, which suggests the wicked will vanish, with the continued rise and influence of unjust systems and leaders throughout history?

14.How does Isaiah 45:9's analogy of the clay questioning the potter align with human free will and responsibility for evil?

What Does Isaiah 29:20 Mean

For the ruthless will vanish

Those who wield power without mercy will not endure. God promises an end to oppression:

•Psalm 37:9–10: “For evildoers will be cut off… Yet a little while, and the wicked will be no more.”

•Isaiah 13:11: “I will punish the world for its evil and the wicked for their iniquity.”

The assurance is literal—cruelty has an expiration date because the Lord actively overturns it.

the mockers will disappear

Scoffers who treat God’s truth with contempt will find their voices silenced:

•Proverbs 3:34: “He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble.”

•2 Peter 3:3–4: “In the last days scoffers will come… saying, ‘Where is the promise of His coming?’” Their end is certain; the passage makes clear that ridicule will not stand when God moves.

and all who look for evil will be cut down—

Those who lie in wait to trap others or delight in wrongdoing are headed for swift removal:

•Proverbs 11:19: “Genuine righteousness leads to life, but the pursuit of evil brings death.”

•Micah 2:1: “Woe to those who devise iniquity and plot evil on their beds!”

The phrase “cut down” pictures instant judgment—no escape, no delay.

summary

Isaiah 29:20 is a direct pledge that God will intervene against every form of wickedness—brutality, mockery, and premeditated evil. The verse reassures believers that evil has a shelf life, while affirming that the Lord’s justice is certain, thorough, and final.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(20)The terrible one.--The word stands, as inIsaiah 29:5, for the Assyrian invader; the "scorner," for the prophet's enemies who derided his message, and sought, "watching for iniquity," to find an accusation against him.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 20. -The terrible one... the scorner. "The terrible one" may be the foreign enemy, as in ver. 5, or, possibly, the native oppressor (Isaiah 1:23;Isaiah 5:93, etc.) - a still more tearful evil. "The scorner" is the godless man, who scoffs at religion (Isaiah 28:14, 22). Both classes would be "consumed" and "brought to naught" when the new state of things was established.All that watch for iniquity;i.e. "all those who, for the furtherance of their iniquitous schemes, rise up early and late take rest, and eat the bread of carefulness" (Psalm 127:2).

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

For
כִּֽי־(kî-)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

the ruthless
עָרִ֖יץ(‘ā·rîṣ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6184:Awe-inspiring, terror-striking

will vanish,
אָפֵ֥ס(’ā·p̄ês)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 656:To cease, fail, come to an end

the mockers
לֵ֑ץ(lêṣ)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3887:Ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker

will disappear,
וְכָ֣לָה(wə·ḵā·lāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3615:To be complete, at an end, finished, accomplished, or spent

and all
כָּל־(kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, every

who look
שֹׁ֥קְדֵי(šō·qə·ḏê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8245:To be alert, sleepless, to be on the lookout

for evil
אָֽוֶן׃(’ā·wen)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 205:Strictly nothingness, trouble, vanity, wickedness, an idol

will be cut down—
וְנִכְרְת֖וּ(wə·niḵ·rə·ṯū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3772:To cut, to destroy, consume, to covenant

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OT Prophets: Isaiah 29:20 For the ruthless is brought to nothing (Isa Isi Is)