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◄ Isaiah 41:11►

New International Version
“All who rage against you will surely be ashamed and disgraced; those who oppose you will be as nothing and perish.

New Living Translation
“See, all your angry enemies lie there, confused and humiliated. Anyone who opposes you will die and come to nothing.

English Standard Version
Behold, all who are incensed against you shall be put to shame and confounded; those who strive against you shall be as nothing and shall perish.

Berean Standard Bible
Behold, all who rage against you will be ashamed and disgraced; those who contend with you will be reduced to nothing and will perish.

King James Bible
Behold, all they that were incensed against thee shall be ashamed and confounded: they shall be as nothing; and they that strive with thee shall perish.

New King James Version
“Behold, all those who were incensed against you Shall be ashamed and disgraced; They shall be as nothing, And those who strive with you shall perish.

New American Standard Bible
“Behold, all those who are angered at you will be shamed and dishonored; Those who contend with you will be as nothing and will perish.

NASB 1995
“Behold, all those who are angered at you will be shamed and dishonored; Those who contend with you will be as nothing and will perish.

NASB 1977
“Behold, all those who are angered at you will be shamed and dishonored; Those who contend with you will be as nothing, and will perish.

Legacy Standard Bible
Behold, all those who are angered at you will be shamed and dishonored; Those who contend with you will be as nothing and will perish.

Amplified Bible
“Indeed, all those who are angry with you will be put to shame and humiliated; Those who strive against you will be as nothing and will perish.

Christian Standard Bible
Be sure that all who are enraged against you will be ashamed and disgraced; those who contend with you will become as nothing and will perish.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Be sure that all who are enraged against you will be ashamed and disgraced; those who contend with you will become as nothing and will perish.

American Standard Version
Behold, all they that are incensed against thee shall be put to shame and confounded: they that strive with thee shall be as nothing, and shall perish.

Contemporary English Version
Everyone who hates you will be terribly disgraced; those who attack will vanish into thin air.

English Revised Version
Behold, all they that are incensed against thee shall be ashamed and confounded: they that strive with thee shall be as nothing, and shall perish.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"Everyone who is angry with you will be ashamed and disgraced. Those who oppose you will be reduced to nothing and disappear.

Good News Translation
"Those who are angry with you will know the shame of defeat. Those who fight against you will die

International Standard Version
"Look! All who are enraged at you will be put to shame and disgraced; those who contend with you will all die.

NET Bible
Look, all who were angry at you will be ashamed and humiliated; your adversaries will be reduced to nothing and perish.

New Heart English Bible
Look, all those who are incensed against you will be disappointed and confounded. Those who strive with you will be like nothing, and shall perish.

Webster's Bible Translation
Behold, all they that were incensed against thee shall be ashamed and confounded: they shall be as nothing; and they that contend with thee shall perish.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
Behold, all who rage against you will be ashamed and disgraced; those who contend with you will be reduced to nothing and will perish.

World English Bible
Behold, all those who are incensed against you will be disappointed and confounded. Those who strive with you will be like nothing, and shall perish.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Behold, all those displeased with you, "" They are ashamed and blush, "" They are as nothing, indeed, "" The men who strive with you perish.

Young's Literal Translation
Lo, all those displeased with thee, They are ashamed and blush, They are as nothing, yea, perish Do the men who strive with thee.

Smith's Literal Translation
Behold, all they burning with anger against thee shall be ashamed and disgraced: they shall be as nothing; and the men of thy strife shall be destroyed.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Behold all that fight against thee shall be confounded and ashamed, they shall be as nothing, and the men shall perish that strive against thee.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Behold, all who fight against you shall be confounded and ashamed. They will be as if they did not exist, and the men who contradict you will perish.

New American Bible
Yes, all shall be put to shame and disgrace who vent their anger against you; Those shall be as nothing and perish who offer resistance.

New Revised Standard Version
Yes, all who are incensed against you shall be ashamed and disgraced; those who strive against you shall be as nothing and shall perish.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
All those that reproach you shall be ashamed and confounded; they shall be as nothing; and those who strive with you shall perish.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Those who regard you as evil shall be ashamed and they shall be put to shame. They shall be as nothing, and the men who contend with you shall be destroyed

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
Behold, all they that were incensed against thee Shall be ashamed and confounded; They that strove with thee Shall be as nothing, and shall perish.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Behold, all thine adversaries shall be ashamed and confounded; for they shall be as if they were not: and all thine opponents shall perish.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

God's Help to Israel
…10Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.11Behold,all who rage against you will be ashamed and disgraced;those who contend with you will be reduced to nothing and will perish.12You will seek them but will not find them. Those who wage war against you will come to nothing.…

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Cross References

Psalm 35:4
May those who seek my life be disgraced and put to shame; may those who plan to harm me be driven back and confounded.

Psalm 83:17
May they be ever ashamed and terrified; may they perish in disgrace.

Exodus 23:22
But if you will listen carefully to his voice and do everything I say, I will be an enemy to your enemies and a foe to your foes.

Deuteronomy 28:7
The LORD will cause the enemies who rise up against you to be defeated before you. They will march out against you in one direction but flee from you in seven.

Isaiah 54:17
No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their vindication is from Me,” declares the LORD.

Jeremiah 1:19
They will fight against you but will never overcome you, since I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD.

Micah 7:10
Then my enemy will see and will be covered with shame—she who said to me, “Where is the LORD your God?” My eyes will see her; at that time she will be trampled like mud in the streets.

Zechariah 12:3
On that day, when all the nations of the earth gather against her, I will make Jerusalem a heavy stone for all the peoples; all who would heave it away will be severely injured.

Matthew 5:11-12
Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. / Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.

Luke 21:15
For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.

John 15:18-19
If the world hates you, understand that it hated Me first. / If you were of the world, it would love you as its own. Instead, the world hates you, because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world.

Romans 8:31
What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

1 Corinthians 1:27-28
But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. / He chose the lowly and despised things of the world, and the things that are not, to nullify the things that are,

2 Corinthians 10:5
We demolish arguments and every presumption set up against the knowledge of God; and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.

Philippians 1:28
without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a clear sign of their destruction but of your salvation, and it is from God.

Treasury of Scripture

Behold, all they that were incensed against you shall be ashamed and confounded: they shall be as nothing; and they that strive with you shall perish.

all they

Isaiah 45:24
Surely, shallone say, in the LORD have I righteousness and strength:even to him shallmen come; and all that are incensed against him shall be ashamed.

Isaiah 49:26
And I will feed them that oppress thee with their own flesh; and they shall be drunken with their own blood, as with sweet wine: and all flesh shall know that I the LORDam thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, the mighty One of Jacob.

Isaiah 54:17
No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tonguethat shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. Thisis the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousnessis of me, saith the LORD.

as nothing

Isaiah 41:24,29
Behold, yeare of nothing, and your work of nought: an abominationis he that chooseth you…

Isaiah 40:17
All nations before himare as nothing; and they are counted to him less than nothing, and vanity.

Daniel 4:35
And all the inhabitants of the earthare reputed as nothing: and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, andamong the inhabitants of the earth: and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou?

they that strive with thee.

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Isaiah 41

1.God expostulates with his people, about his mercies to the church.
10.About his promises
21.And about the vanity of idols.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

Behold, all who rage against you will be ashamed and disgraced;
This phrase emphasizes God's protection over His people, Israel. The term "behold" is a call to attention, indicating the importance of the message. The "rage" against Israel can be seen historically in the numerous nations that opposed them, such as the Assyrians and Babylonians. The promise that these enemies will be "ashamed and disgraced" reflects the biblical theme of divine justice, where those who oppose God's chosen people ultimately face humiliation. This is consistent with the covenantal promises found inGenesis 12:3, where God promises to bless those who bless Abraham's descendants and curse those who curse them.

those who contend with you will be reduced to nothing and will perish.
The phrase "contend with you" suggests legal or physical opposition, akin to a courtroom battle or warfare. Historically, Israel faced many adversaries, yet this promise assures them of ultimate victory. The idea of being "reduced to nothing" and perishing underscores the totality of God's judgment against those who oppose His plans. This can be connected to the eschatological themes in Revelation, where God's final victory over evil is assured. Additionally, this reflects the typology of Christ as the ultimate defender and advocate for His people, as seen inRomans 8:31, "If God is for us, who can be against us?"

Persons / Places / Events

1.Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah's ministry spanned the reigns of several kings of Judah. He is known for his prophecies concerning the coming of the Messiah and the future of Israel.

2.Israel
The nation to whom Isaiah is prophesying. At this time, Israel is facing threats from surrounding nations and is often in a state of spiritual and political turmoil.

3.Enemies of Israel
The surrounding nations and peoples who oppose and threaten Israel. In this context, they are those who "rage against" and "contend with" God's people.

4.God
The sovereign protector of Israel, who promises to defend His people against their adversaries.

5.Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, which is the primary audience of Isaiah's prophecies during this period.

Teaching Points

God's Sovereign Protection
Believers can trust in God's promise to protect and vindicate them against their adversaries. This assurance is rooted in God's unchanging nature and His covenant with His people.

The Futility of Opposing God's People
Those who oppose God's people will ultimately face shame and defeat. This serves as a reminder of the futility of resisting God's plans and purposes.

Faith in the Midst of Opposition
In times of trial and opposition, believers are encouraged to maintain their faith and trust in God's deliverance. This requires a steadfast focus on God's promises rather than the threats of adversaries.

The Assurance of God's Justice
God's justice will prevail, and those who contend with His people will be held accountable. This provides comfort and hope for believers facing injustice or persecution.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Isaiah 41:11?

2.How does Isaiah 41:11 encourage us to trust God's protection against adversaries?

3.What does "ashamed and disgraced" reveal about God's justice in Isaiah 41:11?

4.How can Isaiah 41:11 strengthen our faith during personal trials and conflicts?

5.In what ways does Isaiah 41:11 connect with Romans 8:31 about God's support?

6.How should Isaiah 41:11 influence our response to those who oppose us?

7.How does Isaiah 41:11 reflect God's promise of protection against adversaries?

8.What historical context surrounds the threats mentioned in Isaiah 41:11?

9.How does Isaiah 41:11 align with the overall theme of divine justice in the Bible?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 41?

11.Is eternal hell a fair punishment for sin?

12.Why does God seem slow in fulfilling promises?

13.Why does Jesus say the road to life is narrow (Matthew 7:13-14) if God wants many to be saved?

14.In Micah 3:5-7, why would a just God allow false prophets to flourish so prominently before punishing them?

What Does Isaiah 41:11 Mean

Behold

• This opening call commands immediate attention—God is speaking decisively, as inIsaiah 40:9, “Behold your God!”

• It signals that what follows is not wishful thinking but the Lord’s own declaration (Isaiah 46:9–10).

all who rage against you

• “You” refers first to Israel, God’s covenant people (Isaiah 41:8–9), and by extension to all who belong to Him through faith (Galatians 3:29).

• “Rage” evokes hostile fury, like the nations that “plot in vain” against the LORD’s anointed (Psalm 2:1–3).

• Cross references:Psalm 83:2–4 shows enemies “rage” against God’s people;Acts 4:25–27 applies this hostility to Christ and His church.

will be ashamed and disgraced

• God promises public humiliation for those opposing His people, echoingExodus 14:17–18 where Pharaoh’s army is shamed in the Red Sea.

• The shame is twofold: inner humiliation (ashamed) and outer loss of honor (disgraced).

•Jeremiah 17:18 asks, “Let my persecutors be put to shame,” andIsaiah 45:24 says, “All who have raged against Him will come to Him and be put to shame.”

those who contend with you

• “Contend” pictures a lawsuit or battle (Isaiah 50:8), but God Himself steps in as defense attorney and warrior (Isaiah 49:25).

•Romans 8:33 echoes this: “Who will bring an accusation against God’s elect? God is the One who justifies.”

will be reduced to nothing

• The adversaries’ power evaporates; they become as “chaff before the wind” (Psalm 1:4).

•Isaiah 41:12 continues, “Those who war against you will be as nothing at all.”

•2 Chronicles 20:23 records hostile armies annihilating one another so Judah finds “only corpses lying on the ground.”

and will perish

• The promise ends with total, irreversible judgment—like Amalek inExodus 17:14, “I will utterly blot out the memory of Amalek.”

•Psalm 37:20: “The wicked will perish; though enemies of the LORD are like the glory of the pastures, they vanish—like smoke they vanish away.”

•Revelation 19:19–21 shows the ultimate perishing of all forces opposing Christ.

summary

Isaiah 41:11 assures God’s people that every enemy—spiritual or physical—who rages or contends against them stands on the losing side of history. The Lord personally guarantees their shame, disgrace, reduction to nothing, and final destruction. Because He fights for His own, believers can face opposition with unshakable confidence, knowing that the outcome is already settled by the sovereign, faithful God.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(11, 12)Behold . . .--The choice of the Servant has, as its complement, the indignation of Jehovah against those who attack him, and this thought is emphasised by a four-fold iteration. "They that strive with thee, &c," represents the Hebrew idiom,the men of thy conflict,which stands emphatically at the end of each clause.

Pulpit Commentary

Verses 11, 12. - As Israel would grow strong through God's help, so her enemies would grow weak through God's disfavour. That enemies of all kinds may be seen to be included, the designation is four times varied - "they that areangry with thee;" "that areat strife with thee;" "that arein conflict with thee;" "that areat war with thee." The order is one of climax. Similarly, with each augmentation of the hostility there is an augmentation of the sentence of punishment - "shall be covered with shame;" "shall perish;" "shall not be found;" "shall become as nothingness."

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Behold,
הֵ֤ן(hên)
Interjection
Strong's 2005:Lo! behold!

all
כֹּ֖ל(kōl)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, every

who rage against you
הַנֶּחֱרִ֣ים(han·ne·ḥĕ·rîm)
Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 2734:To glow, grow warm, to blaze up, of anger, zeal, jealousy

will be ashamed
יֵבֹ֙שׁוּ֙(yê·ḇō·šū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 954:To pale, to be ashamed, to be disappointed, delayed

and disgraced;
וְיִכָּ֣לְמ֔וּ(wə·yik·kā·lə·mū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 3637:To wound, to taunt, insult

those who contend
אַנְשֵׁ֥י(’an·šê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 376:A man as an individual, a male person

with you
רִיבֶֽךָ׃(rî·ḇe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 7379:Strife, dispute

will be
יִֽהְי֥וּ(yih·yū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, be

reduced to nothing
כְאַ֛יִן(ḵə·’a·yin)
Preposition-k | Adverb
Strong's 369:A non-entity, a negative particle

and will perish.
וְיֹאבְד֖וּ(wə·yō·ḇə·ḏū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6:To wander away, lose oneself, to perish

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