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◄ Isaiah 50:7►

New International Version
Because the Sovereign LORD helps me, I will not be disgraced. Therefore have I set my face like flint, and I know I will not be put to shame.

New Living Translation
Because the Sovereign LORD helps me, I will not be disgraced. Therefore, I have set my face like a stone, determined to do his will. And I know that I will not be put to shame.

English Standard Version
But the Lord GOD helps me; therefore I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame.

Berean Standard Bible
Because the Lord GOD helps Me, I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know that I will not be put to shame.

King James Bible
For the Lord GOD will help me; therefore shall I not be confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.

New King James Version
“For the Lord GOD will help Me; Therefore I will not be disgraced; Therefore I have set My face like a flint, And I know that I will not be ashamed.

New American Standard Bible
For the Lord GOD helps Me, Therefore, I am not disgraced; Therefore, I have made My face like flint, And I know that I will not be ashamed.

NASB 1995
For the Lord GOD helps Me, Therefore, I am not disgraced; Therefore, I have set My face like flint, And I know that I will not be ashamed.

NASB 1977
For the Lord GOD helps Me, Therefore, I am not disgraced; Therefore, I have set My face like flint, And I know that I shall not be ashamed.

Legacy Standard Bible
Evennow Lord Yahweh helps Me, Therefore, I am not dishonored; Therefore, I have set My face like flint, And I know that I will not be ashamed.

Amplified Bible
For the Lord GOD helps Me, Therefore, I have not been ashamedor humiliated. Therefore, I have made My face like flint, And I know that I shall not be put to shame.

Christian Standard Bible
The Lord GOD will help me; therefore I have not been humiliated; therefore I have set my face like flint, and I know I will not be put to shame.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The Lord GOD will help Me; therefore I have not been humiliated; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know I will not be put to shame.

American Standard Version
For the Lord Jehovah will help me; therefore have I not been confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame.

Contemporary English Version
But the LORD God keeps me from being disgraced. So I refuse to give up, because I know God will never let me down.

English Revised Version
For the Lord GOD will help me; therefore have I not been confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The Almighty LORD helps me. That is why I will not be ashamed. I have set my face like a flint. I know that I will not be put to shame.

Good News Translation
But their insults cannot hurt me because the Sovereign LORD gives me help. I brace myself to endure them. I know that I will not be disgraced,

International Standard Version
For the Lord GOD helps me, so I won't be disgraced. Therefore I've made my face like flint, and I know that I won't be put to shame."

NET Bible
But the sovereign LORD helps me, so I am not humiliated. For that reason I am steadfastly resolved; I know I will not be put to shame.

New Heart English Bible
But the LORD will help me; therefore I have not been confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be disappointed.

Webster's Bible Translation
For the Lord GOD will help me; therefore shall I not be confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
Because the Lord GOD helps Me, I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know that I will not be put to shame.

World English Bible
For the Lord Yahweh will help me. Therefore I have not been confounded. Therefore I have set my face like a flint, and I know that I won’t be disappointed.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And Lord YHWH gives help to Me, "" Therefore I have not been ashamed, "" Therefore I have set My face as a flint, "" And I know that I am not ashamed.

Young's Literal Translation
And the Lord Jehovah giveth help to me, Therefore I have not been ashamed, Therefore I have set my face as a flint, And I know that I am not ashamed.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the Lord Jehovah will help to me: for this I was not ashamed; for this I set my face as the flint, and I shall know that I shall not be ashamed.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
The Lord God is my helper, therefore am I not confounded: therefore have I set my face as a most hard rock, and I know that I shall not be confounded.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The Lord God is my helper. Therefore, I have not been confounded. Therefore, I have set my face like a very hard rock, and I know that I will not be confounded.

New American Bible
The Lord GOD is my help, therefore I am not disgraced; Therefore I have set my face like flint, knowing that I shall not be put to shame.

New Revised Standard Version
The Lord GOD helps me; therefore I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set my face like flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame;

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
For the LORD God has helped me; therefore I am not confounded; therefore I have hardened my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And LORD JEHOVAH God helped me; because of this, I am not ashamed; because of this, I have made my face like stone, and I have known that I am not ashamed

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
For the Lord GOD will help me; Therefore have I not been confounded; Therefore have I set my face like a flint, And I know that I shall not be ashamed.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
but the Lord God became my helper; therefore I was not ashamed, but I set my face as a solid rock; and I know that I shall never be ashamed,

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Servant's Obedience
…6I offered My back to those who struck Me, and My cheeks to those who tore out My beard. I did not hide My face from scorn and spittle.7Because the Lord GOD helps Me,I have not been disgraced;therefore I have set My face like flint,and I know that I will not be put to shame.8The One who vindicates Me is near. Who will dare to contend with Me? Let us confront each other! Who has a case against Me? Let him approach Me!…

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Cross References

Luke 9:51
As the day of His ascension approached, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem.

Hebrews 12:2
Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Philippians 1:20
I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have complete boldness so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.

Matthew 27:12-14
And when He was accused by the chief priests and elders, He gave no answer. / Then Pilate asked Him, “Do You not hear how many charges they are bringing against You?” / But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor’s amazement.

1 Peter 2:23
When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly.

John 19:9-11
and he went back into the Praetorium. “Where are You from?” he asked. But Jesus gave no answer. / So Pilate said to Him, “Do You refuse to speak to me? Do You not know that I have authority to release You and authority to crucify You?” / Jesus answered, “You would have no authority over Me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed Me over to you is guilty of greater sin.”

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

2 Timothy 1:12
For this reason, even though I suffer as I do, I am not ashamed; for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.

Acts 20:24
But I consider my life of no value to me, if only I may finish my course and complete the ministry I have received from the Lord Jesus—the ministry of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.

2 Corinthians 4:8-9
We are hard pressed on all sides, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; / persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed.

Psalm 27:1
Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread?

Psalm 56:4
In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?

Jeremiah 1:8
Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD.

Ezekiel 3:8-9
Behold, I will make your face as hard as their faces, and your forehead as hard as their foreheads. / I will make your forehead like a diamond, harder than flint. Do not be afraid of them or dismayed at their presence, even though they are a rebellious house.”

Micah 3:8
As for me, however, I am filled with power by the Spirit of the LORD, with justice and courage, to declare to Jacob his transgression and to Israel his sin.

Treasury of Scripture

For the Lord GOD will help me; therefore shall I not be confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.

the Lord

Isaiah 50:9
Behold, the Lord GOD will help me; whois hethat shall condemn me? lo, they all shall wax old as a garment; the moth shall eat them up.

Isaiah 42:1
Behold my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect,in whom my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles.

Isaiah 49:8
Thus saith the LORD, In an acceptable time have I heard thee, and in a day of salvation have I helped thee: and I will preserve thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, to establish the earth, to cause to inherit the desolate heritages;

I set

Jeremiah 1:18
For, behold, I have made thee this day a defenced city, and an iron pillar, and brasen walls against the whole land, against the kings of Judah, against the princes thereof, against the priests thereof, and against the people of the land.

Ezekiel 3:8,9
Behold, I have made thy face strong against their faces, and thy forehead strong against their foreheads…

Matthew 23:13-36
But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye neither go inyourselves, neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in…

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Isaiah 50

1.Christ shows Israel's Sin is not to be imputed to him,
2.by his ability to save
5.By his obedience in that work
7.And by his confidence in that assistance
10.An exhortation to trust in God, and not in ourselves

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

Because the Lord GOD helps Me
This phrase emphasizes divine assistance and assurance. The term "Lord GOD" reflects the Hebrew "Adonai Yahweh," indicating a personal and covenantal relationship. This assurance of help is a recurring theme in Isaiah, where God is portrayed as the protector and sustainer of His people (Isaiah 41:10). The speaker's confidence in divine help prefigures Christ's reliance on the Father during His earthly ministry (John 5:19).

I have not been disgraced
The concept of disgrace in the ancient Near Eastern context often involved public shame and loss of honor. Here, the speaker's confidence in God's help ensures that he maintains his dignity and honor. This reflects the biblical principle that those who trust in God will not be put to shame (Psalm 25:3). In the New Testament, Jesus, despite facing humiliation, was ultimately vindicated through His resurrection (Philippians 2:9-11).

therefore I have set My face like flint
Flint is a hard, unyielding stone, symbolizing determination and resoluteness. This phrase indicates the speaker's unwavering commitment to his mission, despite opposition. InLuke 9:51, Jesus "set His face" to go to Jerusalem, showing His determination to fulfill His redemptive work. This imagery underscores the prophetic nature of Isaiah's words, pointing to the Messiah's steadfastness.

and I know that I will not be put to shame
The assurance of not being put to shame is rooted in the speaker's trust in God's faithfulness. This confidence is echoed inRomans 10:11, where Paul assures believers that those who trust in Christ will not be ashamed. The prophetic voice in Isaiah anticipates the ultimate vindication of the Messiah, who, despite suffering, is exalted and honored by God (Isaiah 52:13).

Persons / Places / Events

1.The Lord GOD (Yahweh)
The covenant name of God, emphasizing His sovereignty and faithfulness to His people.

2.The Servant
Often interpreted as the Messiah, this figure is central to the "Servant Songs" in Isaiah, representing obedience and trust in God.

3.Isaiah
The prophet who conveyed God's messages to the people of Judah, including prophecies about the coming Messiah.

4.Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, to whom Isaiah primarily prophesied, facing threats from surrounding nations.

5.The Oppressors
Those who oppose the Servant, representing both historical adversaries and spiritual opposition.

Teaching Points

Divine Assistance
Trust in God's help is crucial. Just as the Servant relied on the Lord, believers are encouraged to depend on God's strength in times of trial.

Resolute Determination
"Set my face like flint" signifies unwavering determination. Christians are called to be steadfast in their faith and mission, regardless of opposition.

Overcoming Shame
The assurance of not being put to shame is a promise for those who trust in God. Believers can find confidence in their identity in Christ, overcoming any disgrace the world may attempt to impose.

Prophetic Fulfillment
Understanding the Servant as a foreshadowing of Christ enriches our appreciation of Jesus' life and mission. This connection strengthens our faith in the reliability of Scripture.

Endurance in Trials
The Servant's example teaches us to endure hardships with faith, knowing that God is with us and will ultimately vindicate us.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Isaiah 50:7?

2.How does Isaiah 50:7 inspire confidence in facing personal challenges today?

3.What does "I have set my face like flint" signify in Isaiah 50:7?

4.How can Isaiah 50:7 strengthen your trust in God's deliverance?

5.Connect Isaiah 50:7 with Jesus' resolve in Luke 9:51.

6.How can Isaiah 50:7 guide you in standing firm against opposition?

7.How does Isaiah 50:7 demonstrate God's support in times of adversity?

8.What is the significance of setting one's face like flint in Isaiah 50:7?

9.How does Isaiah 50:7 relate to the prophecy of the Messiah?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 50?

11.What does "face like flint" mean?

12.What does 'face like flint' mean?

13.What are the Servant Songs in Isaiah?

14.Does Isaiah 56:7's 'house of prayer for all nations' conflict with other Old Testament texts that emphasize separation from foreigners?

What Does Isaiah 50:7 Mean

Because the Lord GOD helps Me

– The speaker is the Servant—the Messiah—confident that the covenant-keeping LORD is personally involved.

•Psalm 118:6 echoes this same assurance: “The LORD is on my side; I will not fear.”

• Jesus testified inJohn 8:29, “He who sent Me is with Me; He has not left Me alone.”

•Hebrews 13:6 applies the principle to believers: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.”

When the Almighty stands alongside, the outcome is settled before the battle begins. The focus shifts from circumstances to the character of God, and that changes everything.

I have not been disgraced

– Disgrace was a real threat: rejection, mockery, the cross itself. Yet the Servant says it never actually landed.

•Isaiah 42:3 promises He will not break or extinguish under pressure.

•1 Peter 2:23 shows Christ absorbing abuse “yet entrusting Himself to Him who judges justly.”

•Romans 10:11, quotingIsaiah 28:16, assures that “whoever believes in Him will not be put to shame.”

Because the Father upheld Him, the shame intended by enemies became the very stage on which divine honor was displayed.

therefore I have set My face like flint

– Flint is unyielding rock; the Servant fixes His course with unbreakable resolve.

•Luke 9:51 records Jesus “resolutely set out for Jerusalem,” a direct echo.

•Ezekiel 3:8-9 shows how God can harden a messenger’s forehead “harder than flint” against opposition.

•Isaiah 57:7 highlights steadfastness on “a high and lofty mountain,” contrasting idols that crumble.

Unmoved by threats, the Servant’s determination flows from trust, not stubborn pride. Confidence in God breeds holy hardness toward distraction and intimidation.

and I know that I will not be put to shame

– Knowledge, not wishful thinking. The cross would look like defeat, yet resurrection glory would vindicate Him.

•Psalm 16:10 prophesies He will not see corruption.

•Isaiah 53:11 promises He will “see the light of life and be satisfied.”

•Philippians 2:9-11 shows universal acknowledgment: “every knee will bow.”

The Servant’s certainty becomes the believer’s assurance (2 Timothy 1:12): “I know whom I have believed.”

summary

Isaiah 50:7 reveals the Messiah’s settled confidence: the LORD’s help removes disgrace, empowers rock-solid resolve, and guarantees final vindication. Anchored in the Father’s presence, Jesus marched unswervingly to the cross and emerged in resurrection honor. Those who belong to Him share the same promise—help in the struggle, dignity preserved, faces set toward obedience, and a future free from shame.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(7)The Lord God will help me.--That one stay gives to the suffering Servant an indomitable strength. (Comp for the phraseJeremiah 1:18;Ezekiel 3:9.)

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 7. -For the Lord God willhelp me; rather,but the Lord God will help me. I shall not be left always in the hands of my enemies. In this confidence the Servant rests, and is not confounded, even when the worst happens to him.He sets his face like a flint;i.e. makes it hard, impassive, expressionless, and at the same time determined, fixed not to give way (comp.Ezekiel 3:8, 9).

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Because the Lord
וַאדֹנָ֤י(wa·ḏō·nāy)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 136:The Lord

GOD
יְהוִה֙(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069:YHWH

helps
יַֽעֲזָר־(ya·‘ă·zār-)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5826:To surround, protect, aid

Me,
לִ֔י(lî)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's Hebrew

I have not
לֹ֣א(lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

been disgraced;
נִכְלָ֑מְתִּי(niḵ·lā·mə·tî)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 3637:To wound, to taunt, insult

therefore
עַל־(‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against

I have set
שַׂ֤מְתִּי(śam·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 7760:Put -- to put, place, set

My face
פָנַי֙(p̄ā·nay)
Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 6440:The face

like flint,
כַּֽחַלָּמִ֔ישׁ(ka·ḥal·lā·mîš)
Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2496:Flint

and I know
וָאֵדַ֖ע(wā·’ê·ḏa‘)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular
Strong's 3045:To know

I will not
לֹ֥א(lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

be put to shame.
אֵבֽוֹשׁ׃(’ê·ḇō·wōš)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular
Strong's 954:To pale, to be ashamed, to be disappointed, delayed

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OT Prophets: Isaiah 50:7 For the Lord Yahweh will help me (Isa Isi Is)