Isaiah 26:3

Translations

Modern

You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.

Traditional

Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

Literal

You will keep the one steadfast of mind in perfect peace, because he trusts in You.

Latin

Vetus error abiit: servabis pacem; pacem, quia in te speravimus.

Original

Hebrew

English

You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.

Notes

Isaiah 26:3

A perfect peace, marked by harmony, quietness, and confidence, is a benefit of the new creation.

Isaiah 26:1–6

The new community of God’s people is likened to the citizens of a city, securely held together by the Lord. They are righteous, faithful, peaceful, and trusting.

Isaiah 26:1–21

This part of the Little Apocalypse (see study note on Isaiah 24:1–27:13) is a song of praise and a prayer for salvation.

Isaiah 24:1–27:13

This section is often called the Little Apocalypse. It is given this name because it has similarities to the book of Revelation.

In these chapters, Isaiah moves from his present time into a vision of the future. The language is broad and universal. Because of this, it is difficult to connect the events to one specific historical situation.

These chapters are not meant to provide a detailed timeline of future events. They are not a historical blueprint. Instead, Isaiah uses vivid images to describe a dramatic future world that is both similar to and different from the present.

The vision includes elements of both the old age and the new age. For example, the people of Zion are described as righteous (new), yet they still wait for their full redemption (old). This pattern fits with the New Testament teaching that the future age has already begun but has not yet fully arrived (2 Corinthians 4:4; Galatians 1:4).

Peter wrote that believers were already living in the last days (1 Peter 1:12; 2 Peter 3:3). At the same time, he said that the final day of the Lord is still future (2 Peter 3:10). These passages show that the present age and the future age overlap.

Theme notes and profiles

Isaiah Apocalyptic Literature Nehemiah’s Confidence in God Rebuilding of Jerusalem Salvation in Isaiah The New Order Trusting God in Isaiah Zion

Events

Prophecies of Isaiahc. 759 BC

Related verses

Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
John 16:33
I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
Jeremiah 17:7–8
But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.
Psalm 9:10
Those who know Your name trust in You, for You, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You.
Romans 5:1
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,
Psalm 85:7–8
Show us Your loving devotion, O LORD, and grant us Your salvation.
Romans 4:18–21
Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as he had been told, “So shall your offspring be.”
Ephesians 2:14–16
For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility
Isaiah 31:1
Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD.
Isaiah 9:6–7
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Micah 5:5
And He will be our peace when Assyria invades our land and tramples our citadels. We will raise against it seven shepherds, even eight leaders of men.

Glossary

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Topics

Backsliding: Blessedness of Those Who Keep From Battlefield of the Mind Faith: General Scriptures Concerning Feeling Alone Feeling Sad God's Peace Homesickness Illness Mind Mind Battles Negative Thinking Peace of Mind Peace with God Peace: Spiritual Peacemaking Protecting your Heart Righteous: Promises To, Expressed or Implied Self Doubt Serenity Sinful Thoughts Sound Mind Spiritual Peace: Promised to Those Who Confide in God Spiritual Peace: Saints: Kept in Perfect Spirituality: Brings Peace Stillness Thoughts Thoughts and the Mind True Happiness Trust: Leads to Enjoyment of Perfect Peace Trusting

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