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◄ Isaiah 41:23►
New International Version
tell us what the future holds, so we may know that you are gods. Do something, whether good or bad, so that we will be dismayed and filled with fear.

New Living Translation
Yes, tell us what will occur in the days ahead. Then we will know you are gods. In fact, do anything—good or bad! Do something that will amaze and frighten us.

English Standard Version
Tell us what is to come hereafter, that we may know that you are gods; do good, or do harm, that we may be dismayed and terrified.

Berean Standard Bible
Tell us the things that are to come, so that we may know that you are gods. Yes, do something good or evil, that we may look on together in dismay.

King James Bible
Shew the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that yeare gods: yea, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and beholdit together.

New King James Version
Show the things that are to come hereafter, That we may know that youare gods; Yes, do good or do evil, That we may be dismayed and seeit together.

New American Standard Bible
Declare the things that are going to come afterward, So that we may know that you are gods; Indeed, do good or evil, that we may be afraid and fear together.

NASB 1995
Declare the things that are going to come afterward, That we may know that you are gods; Indeed, do good or evil, that we may anxiously look about us and fear together.

NASB 1977
Declare the things that are going to come afterward, That we may know that you are gods; Indeed, do good or evil, that we may anxiously look about us and fear together.

Legacy Standard Bible
Declare the things that are to come afterward, That we may know that you are gods; Indeed, do good or evil, that we may anxiously look about us and fear together.

Amplified Bible
Tell us the things that are to come afterward, That we may know that you are gods; Indeed, you should dosomething good or do evil, that we may be afraid and fear [you] together [as we observe the miracle].

Christian Standard Bible
Tell us the coming events, then we will know that you are gods. Indeed, do something good or bad, then we will be in awe when we see it.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Tell us the coming events, then we will know that you are gods. Indeed, do something good or bad, then we will be in awe and perceive.

American Standard Version
Declare the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that ye are gods: yea, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and behold it together.

Contemporary English Version
Prove that you are gods by making your predictions come true. Do something good or evil, so we can be amazed and terrified.

English Revised Version
Declare the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that ye are gods: yea, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and behold it together.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Tell us what's going to happen so that we may know that you are gods. Yes, do something, good or evil, to intimidate us and make us afraid.

Good News Translation
Tell us what the future holds--then we will know that you are gods! Do something good or bring some disaster; fill us with fear and awe!

International Standard Version
Tell us what the future holds, so we may know that you are gods! Yes, do something good or something bad, so we may hear and gaze at it together.'"

NET Bible
Predict how future events will turn out, so we might know you are gods. Yes, do something good or bad, so we might be frightened and in awe.

New Heart English Bible
Declare the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that you are gods. Yes, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and see it together.

Webster's Bible Translation
Show the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that ye are gods: yes, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and behold it together.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Tell us the things that are to come, so that we may know that you are gods. Yes, do something good or evil, that we may look on together in dismay.

World English Bible
Declare the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that you are gods. Yes, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and see it together.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Declare the things that are coming hereafter, "" And we know that you [are] gods, "" Indeed, you may do good or do evil, "" And we look around and see [it] together.

Young's Literal Translation
Declare the things that are coming hereafter, And we know that ye are gods, Yea, ye may do good or do evil, And we look around and see it together.

Smith's Literal Translation
Announce the things coming hereafter, and we shall know that ye are God: also will ye do good or will ye do evil, and we shall look around for help and see together.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Shew the things that are to come hereafter, and we shall know that ye are gods. Do ye also good or evil, if you can: and let us speak, and see together.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Announce the things that will occur in the future, and we will know that you are gods. Likewise, accomplish good or evil, if you are able, and let us speak of it and see it together.

New American Bible
tell what is to be in the future, that we may know that you are gods! Do something, good or evil, that will put us in awe and in fear.

New Revised Standard Version
Tell us what is to come hereafter, that we may know that you are gods; do good, or do harm, that we may be afraid and terrified.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Show us the wonders that are to come hereafter, that we may know that you are gods; yea, do good, or do evil, that we may relate it and behold it together.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Show us the signs that are going to occur and we shall know that you are gods. Also do good and do evil, and we will be informed and we will see together
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Declare the things that are to come hereafter, That we may know that ye are gods; Yea, do good, or do evil, That we may be dismayed, and behold it together.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
tell us, declare ye to us the things that are coming on at the lasttime, and we shall know that ye are gods: do good, and do evil, and we shall wonder, and see at the same time

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Meaningless Idols
…22“Let them come and tell us what will happen. Tell the former things, so that we may reflect on them and know the outcome. Or announce to us what is coming.23Tell usthe thingsthat are to come,so that we may knowthatyouare gods.Yes,do something goodor evil,that we may look on together in dismay.24Behold, you are nothing and your work is of no value. Anyone who chooses you is detestable.…

Cross References
Deuteronomy 18:21-22
You may ask in your heart, “How can we recognize a message that the LORD has not spoken?” / When a prophet speaks in the name of the LORD and the message does not come to pass or come true, that is a message the LORD has not spoken. The prophet has spoken presumptuously. Do not be afraid of him.

Isaiah 44:7
Who then is like Me? Let him say so! Let him declare his case before Me, since I established an ancient people. Let him foretell the things to come, and what is to take place.

Isaiah 46:9-10
Remember what happened long ago, for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me. / I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’

Jeremiah 28:9
As for the prophet who prophesies peace, only if the word of the prophet comes true will the prophet be recognized as one the LORD has truly sent.”

Daniel 2:27-28
Daniel answered the king, “No wise man, enchanter, medium, or magician can explain to the king the mystery of which he inquires. / But there is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries, and He has made known to King Nebuchadnezzar what will happen in the latter days. Your dream and the visions that came into your mind as you lay on your bed were these:

1 Kings 18:24
Then you may call on the name of your god, and I will call on the name of the LORD. The God who answers by fire, He is God.” And all the people answered, “What you say is good.”

Isaiah 43:9
All the nations gather together and the peoples assemble. Who among them can declare this, and proclaim to us the former things? Let them present their witnesses to vindicate them, so that others may hear and say, “It is true.”

Isaiah 48:3-5
I foretold the former things long ago; they came out of My mouth and I proclaimed them. Suddenly I acted, and they came to pass. / For I knew that you are stubborn; your neck is iron and your forehead is bronze. / Therefore I declared it to you long ago; I announced it before it came to pass, so that you could not claim, ‘My idol has done this; my carved image and molten god has ordained it.’

Jeremiah 10:5
Like scarecrows in a cucumber patch, their idols cannot speak. They must be carried because they cannot walk. Do not fear them, for they can do no harm, and neither can they do any good.”

Psalm 115:3-8
Our God is in heaven; He does as He pleases. / Their idols are silver and gold, made by the hands of men. / They have mouths, but cannot speak; they have eyes, but cannot see; ...

Psalm 135:15-18
The idols of the nations are silver and gold, made by the hands of men. / They have mouths, but cannot speak; they have eyes, but cannot see; / they have ears, but cannot hear; nor is there breath in their mouths. ...

Acts 17:23-31
For as I walked around and examined your objects of worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO AN UNKNOWN GOD. Therefore what you worship as something unknown, I now proclaim to you. / The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples made by human hands. / Nor is He served by human hands, as if He needed anything, because He Himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. ...

Matthew 24:25
See, I have told you in advance.

John 13:19
I am telling you now before it happens, so that when it comes to pass, you will believe that I am He.

John 14:29
And now I have told you before it happens, so that when it does happen, you will believe.


Treasury of Scripture

Show the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that you are gods: yes, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and behold it together.

that we may know

Isaiah 42:9
Behold, the former things are come to pass, and new things do I declare: before they spring forth I tell you of them.

Isaiah 44:7,8
And who, as I, shall call, and shall declare it, and set it in order for me, since I appointed the ancient people? and the things that are coming, and shall come, let them shew unto them…

Isaiah 45:8
Drop down, ye heavens, from above, and let the skies pour down righteousness: let the earth open, and let them bring forth salvation, and let righteousness spring up together; I the LORD have created it.

do good

Isaiah 45:7
I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all thesethings.

Isaiah 46:7
They bear him upon the shoulder, they carry him, and set him in his place, and he standeth; from his place shall he not remove: yea,one shall cry unto him, yet can he not answer, nor save him out of his trouble.

Jeremiah 10:5
Theyare upright as the palm tree, but speak not: they must needs be borne, because they cannot go. Be not afraid of them; for they cannot do evil, neither alsois it in them to do good.

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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.














Tell us the things that are to come
This phrase challenges the idols and false gods to predict the future, a task only the true God can accomplish. In biblical context, prophecy is a hallmark of divine authority, as seen inDeuteronomy 18:21-22, where the ability to foretell future events is a test of a true prophet. The challenge underscores the impotence of idols, contrasting them with the omniscience of God, who declares the end from the beginning (Isaiah 46:10).

so that we may know that you are gods
Here, the demand for predictive power is linked to the recognition of divinity. In the ancient Near Eastern context, gods were often associated with control over fate and history. This phrase highlights the futility of idol worship, as these man-made objects cannot demonstrate any divine attributes. The true God, in contrast, reveals His nature through fulfilled prophecy, as seen in the messianic prophecies fulfilled in Jesus Christ (e.g.,Isaiah 53).

Yes, do something good or evil
This phrase further challenges the idols to perform any act, whether beneficial or harmful, to prove their power. The cultural context of the time involved various deities who were believed to influence events, yet the God of Israel alone is shown to have true power over creation and history. This echoes Elijah's challenge to the prophets of Baal in1 Kings 18:24, where the inability of Baal to act demonstrated his nonexistence.

that we may look on together in dismay
The expected result of the idols' failure to act is collective dismay, highlighting the absurdity of idol worship. This communal aspect emphasizes the public nature of God's vindication over false gods. Historically, Israel's repeated turn to idolatry led to national dismay and judgment, as seen in the Babylonian exile. The phrase also points to the ultimate dismay of those who reject God, as depicted inRevelation 6:15-17, where the unrepentant face divine judgment.

Persons / Places / Events
1.Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is the author of the book bearing his name. He prophesied to the Kingdom of Judah and is known for his messages of both judgment and hope.

2.God
The one true God of Israel, who is challenging the false gods and idols in this passage to prove their divinity by predicting the future.

3.False gods/idols
The entities being challenged in this verse. They represent the pagan deities worshiped by surrounding nations and some Israelites, which are powerless compared to the God of Israel.

4.Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, to whom Isaiah primarily prophesied. The people of Judah were often tempted to worship idols, which Isaiah frequently addressed.

5.Prophecy
The act of predicting future events, which is a key theme in this verse as God challenges the idols to demonstrate their power through prophecy.
Teaching Points
The Uniqueness of God
God alone knows the future and can declare it. This sets Him apart from all false gods and idols, emphasizing His sovereignty and omniscience.

The Futility of Idolatry
Idols are powerless and cannot affect the world. Trusting in them leads to disappointment and spiritual emptiness.

The Call to Discernment
Believers are encouraged to discern truth from falsehood by examining the source of prophetic claims. True prophecy aligns with God's revealed word and comes to pass.

God's Sovereignty in History
God's ability to declare the future demonstrates His control over history. Believers can trust in His plans and purposes, even when circumstances seem uncertain.

Faith in Action
Our faith should be placed in the living God who acts in history, not in lifeless idols or human constructs. This faith should lead to a life of obedience and trust.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of Isaiah 41:23?

2.How does Isaiah 41:23 challenge us to discern true prophecy today?

3.What does Isaiah 41:23 reveal about God's sovereignty over future events?

4.How can Isaiah 41:23 strengthen our faith in God's omniscience and power?

5.Connect Isaiah 41:23 with Deuteronomy 18:21-22 on identifying true prophets.

6.How should Isaiah 41:23 influence our trust in God's promises and timing?

7.How does Isaiah 41:23 challenge the belief in human ability to predict the future?

8.What does Isaiah 41:23 reveal about God's sovereignty over time and events?

9.How does Isaiah 41:23 address the reliability of idols compared to God?

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

11.Isaiah 41:2-3: How can the text's claim of a conqueror from the east align with historical records that challenge or contradict specific military campaigns?

12.Isaiah 12:5: How do we reconcile the emphasis on 'excellent things' done by God with the historical records of suffering and defeat experienced by the Israelites?

13.If Isaiah 27:2-3 depicts God personally tending a vineyard, why is there no archeological evidence or historical record of such a divine vineyard?

14.How can I find hope in times of despair?
What Does Isaiah 41:23 Mean
Tell us the things that are to come

“Tell us the things that are to come” is the LORD’s challenge to the idols. He is calling them to predict the future—something only He can do.

• The immediate context (Isaiah 41:21-22) shows God summoning these so-called gods to present their case.

• Real prophecy is a hallmark of true deity.Isaiah 46:9-10 stresses that the LORD declares “the end from the beginning.”

•Deuteronomy 18:21-22 links accurate foretelling with divine authority, underscoring why God sets this test.

• No idol passes. Their silence exposes them as lifeless (Psalm 115:4-7) and contrasts sharply with the living God who speaks and fulfills His word (Isaiah 44:7-8;John 13:19).

So that we may know that you are gods

The purpose clause heightens the irony: if they could unveil the future, “we may know that you are gods.”

• True knowledge of God rests on evidence, not wishful thinking (Isaiah 43:10-11).

• Elijah used a similar proof test on Mount Carmel—“the God who answers by fire, He is God” (1 Kings 18:24).

• Because idols cannot meet the test, people learn that “besides Me there is no God” (Isaiah 45:21-22).

• God invites honest examination; when the evidence is weighed, His sole divinity is unmistakable.

Yes, do something good or evil

The challenge expands: “Yes, do something good or evil.” Any decisive act—benefit or harm—would prove power.

•Jeremiah 10:5 observes that idols “cannot do any good,” echoing this point.

• The LORD’s own résumé includes both rescuing righteousness and judging wickedness (Deuteronomy 32:39).

• In the Gospels, Jesus heals and calms storms to display divine authority (Mark 2:9-12;Luke 8:24). Idols, by contrast, remain inert.

• This section reinforces that genuine deity involves active sovereignty over history and nature.

That we may look on together in dismay

The concluding phrase pictures observers ready to be astonished—if the idols could act.

• When the LORD works, people “fear the LORD and believe” (Exodus 14:31).

• After Pentecost “everyone was filled with awe” at God’s signs (Acts 2:43).

•Luke 5:26 records amazement after a miracle: “We have seen remarkable things today.”

• The idols cannot evoke such collective wonder. Their impotence leaves the audience unimpressed, further magnifying God’s glory.

summary

Isaiah 41:23 is God’s courtroom challenge exposing the emptiness of idols. True gods must:

1. Reveal the future accurately.

2. Authenticate their claim by decisive works—good or evil.

3. Inspire rightful awe.

Only the LORD meets every criterion. The verse, therefore, affirms His unique sovereignty and invites us to rest our faith in the One who unfailingly speaks, acts, and astonishes.

(23)Do good, or do evil.--The challenge reminds us of Elijah's on Mount Carmel (1Kings 18:27). Can the heathen point to any good or evil fortune which, as having been predicted by this or that deity, might reasonably be thought of as his work? It lies in the nature of the case that every heathen looked to his gods as having sent blessings, or the reverse, but it was only Jehovah who could give the proof supplied by prediction.

Verse 23. -Yea, do good, or do evil. Here the proof required of the idol-gods is changed. If they cannot prophesy, can they effect anything? Can they do either good or harm? Let them show this. It is a plain "abatement" from the first demand, and therefore properly introduced by "yea" (aph); comp.1 Kings 8:27.That we may be dismayed;i.e. rather, perhaps,that we may look to it, orexamine it;i.e. see if yon have really shown a power of doing anything.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Tell us
הַגִּ֙ידוּ֙(hag·gî·ḏū)
Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 5046:To be conspicuous

the things
הָאֹתִיּ֣וֹת(hā·’ō·ṯî·yō·wṯ)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine plural
Strong's 857:To arrive

that are to come,
לְאָח֔וֹר(lə·’ā·ḥō·wr)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 268:The hinder part, behind, backward, the West

so that we may know
וְנֵ֣דְעָ֔ה(wə·nê·ḏə·‘āh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common plural
Strong's 3045:To know

that
כִּ֥י(kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

you
אַתֶּ֑ם(’at·tem)
Pronoun - second person masculine plural
Strong's 859:Thou and thee, ye and you

are gods.
אֱלֹהִ֖ים(’ĕ·lō·hîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430:gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

Yes,
אַף־(’ap̄-)
Conjunction
Strong's 637:Meaning accession, yea, adversatively though

do something good
תֵּיטִ֣יבוּ(tê·ṭî·ḇū)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 3190:To be good, well, glad, or pleasing

or evil,
וְתָרֵ֔עוּ(wə·ṯā·rê·‘ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 7489:To spoil, to make, good for, nothing, bad

that we may look on together in dismay.
וְנִשְׁתָּ֖עָה(wə·niš·tā·‘āh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common plural
Strong's 8159:To gaze at, about, to inspect, consider, compassionate, be nonplussed, bewildered


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