Translations
Modern
The least of you will become a thousand, and the smallest a mighty nation. I am the LORD; in its time I will accomplish it quickly.
Traditional
A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation: I the Lord will hasten it in his time.
Literal
The little one will become as a thousand, and the smallest as a mighty nation; I am YHWH, and in its time I will hasten it!
Latin
Minimus erit in mille, et parvulus in gentem fortissimam. Ego Dominus in tempore ejus subito faciam istud.
Original
Hebrew
English
The least of you will become a thousand, and the smallest a mighty nation. I am the LORD; in its time I will accomplish it quickly.
Notes
I am the LORD: The Lord reveals himself as the covenant God of Israel. His identity guarantees he will fulfill his promises (see Isaiah 27:3–4).
Theme notes and profiles
Isaiah God’s Promised Kingdom God’s Servant Salvation in Isaiah The Holy One of Israel
Events
- Prophecies of Isaiahc. 759 BC
Glossary
Book of Revelation Isaiah, Book of New Creation, New Creature New Jerusalem
Topics
Church: Prophecies Concerning Prosperity of Gospel: Prophecies Relating To