Isaiah 44:8 Do not tremble or fear. Have I not told you and declared it long ago? You are My witnesses! Is there any God but Me? There is no other Rock; I know not one."

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New International Version
Do not tremble, do not be afraid. Did I not proclaim this and foretell it long ago? You are my witnesses. Is there any God besides me? No, there is no other Rock; I know not one.”

New Living Translation
Do not tremble; do not be afraid. Did I not proclaim my purposes for you long ago? You are my witnesses—is there any other God? No! There is no other Rock—not one!”

English Standard Version
Fear not, nor be afraid; have I not told you from of old and declared it? And you are my witnesses! Is there a God besides me? There is no Rock; I know not any.”

Berean Standard Bible
Do not tremble or fear. Have I not told you and declared it long ago? You are My witnesses! Is there any God but Me? There is no other Rock; I know not one.”

King James Bible
Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have not I told thee from that time, and have declared it? ye are even my witnesses. Is there a God beside me? yea, there is no God; I know not any.

New King James Version
Do not fear, nor be afraid; Have I not told you from that time, and declared it? You are My witnesses. Is there a God besides Me? Indeed there is no other Rock; I know not one.’ ”

New American Standard Bible
‘Do not tremble and do not be afraid; Have I not long since announced it to you and declared it? And you are My witnesses. Is there any God besides Me, Or is there any other Rock? I know of none.’”

NASB 1995
Do not tremble and do not be afraid; Have I not long since announced it to you and declared it? And you are My witnesses. Is there any God besides Me, Or is there any other Rock? I know of none.’”

NASB 1977
‘Do not tremble and do not be afraid; Have I not long since announced it to you and declared it? And you are My witnesses. Is there any God besides Me, Or is there any other Rock? I know of none.’”

Legacy Standard Bible
Do not be in dread and do not be afraid; Have I not long since caused it to be heard to you and declared it? And you are My witnesses. Is there any God besides Me, Or is there any other Rock? I know of none.’”

Amplified Bible
‘Do not tremble nor be afraid [of the violent upheavals to come]; Have I not long ago proclaimed it to you and declared it? And you are My witnesses. Is there a God besides Me? There is no other Rock; I know of none.’”

Christian Standard Bible
Do not be startled or afraid. Have I not told you and declared it long ago? You are my witnesses! Is there any God but me? There is no other Rock; I do not know any.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Do not be startled or afraid. Have I not told you and declared it long ago? You are my witnesses! Is there any God but Me? There is no other Rock; I do not know any.

American Standard Version
Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have I not declared unto thee of old, and showed it? and ye are my witnesses. Is there a God besides me? yea, there is no Rock; I know not any.

Contemporary English Version
Don't tremble with fear! Didn't I tell you long ago? Didn't you hear me? I alone am God--no one else is a mighty rock.

English Revised Version
Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have I not declared unto thee of old, and shewed it? and ye are my witnesses. Is there a God beside me? yea, there is no Rock; I know not any.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Don't be terrified or afraid. Didn't I make this known to you long ago? You are my witnesses. Is there any God except me? There is no [other] rock; I know of none.

Good News Translation
Do not be afraid, my people! You know that from ancient times until now I have predicted all that would happen, and you are my witnesses. Is there any other god? Is there some powerful god I never heard of?"

International Standard Version
Don't tremble, and don't be afraid. Didn't I tell you and announce it long ago? You are my witnesses. Is there any God besides me? There is no other Rock— I don't know of any."

Majority Standard Bible
Do not tremble or fear. Have I not told you and declared it long ago? You are My witnesses! Is there any God but Me? There is no other Rock; I know not one.”

NET Bible
Don't panic! Don't be afraid! Did I not tell you beforehand and decree it? You are my witnesses! Is there any God but me? There is no other sheltering rock; I know of none.

New Heart English Bible
Do not fear, neither be afraid. Haven't I declared it to you long ago, and shown it? You are my witnesses. Is there a God besides me? Indeed, there is not. I do not know any other Rock."

Webster's Bible Translation
Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have not I told thee from that time, and have declared it? ye are even my witnesses. Is there a God besides me? verily there is no God; I know not any.

World English Bible
Don’t fear, neither be afraid. Haven’t I declared it to you long ago, and shown it? You are my witnesses. Is there a God besides me? Indeed, there is not. I don’t know any other Rock.”

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Do not fear, nor be afraid, "" Have I not caused you to hear from that time, and declared? And you [are] My witnesses, "" Is there a God besides Me? Indeed, there is none, "" I have not known another Rock.”

Young's Literal Translation
Fear not, nor be afraid, Have I not from that time caused thee to hear, and declared? And ye are My witnesses, Is there a God besides Me? yea, there is none, A Rock I have not known.

Smith's Literal Translation
Ye shall not tremble, and ye shall not be afraid: did I not from thence cause thee to hear? and I announced, and ye my witnesses. Is there a God besides me? and no rock; I knew not.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Fear ye not, neither be ye troubled, from that time I have made thee to hear, and have declared: you are my witnesses. Is there a God besides me, a maker, whom I have not known?

Catholic Public Domain Version
Do not be afraid, and do not be disturbed. From the time when I caused you to listen, I also announced it. You are my witnesses. Is there another God beside me, also a Maker, whom I have not known?

New American Bible
Do not fear or be troubled. Did I not announce it to you long ago? I declared it, and you are my witnesses. Is there any God but me? There is no other Rock, I know of none!

New Revised Standard Version
Do not fear, or be afraid; have I not told you from of old and declared it? You are my witnesses! Is there any god besides me? There is no other rock; I know not one.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Fear not, neither be alarmed; have not I announced to you from former time, and have declared it? You are my witnesses, that there is no God besides me, and no mighty one whom I do not know.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
You shall not be afraid and you shall not be terrified. Have I not made heard to you from former time and shown you, and you are my witnesses? There is no God outside of me, and there is none who is mighty whom I do not know

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
Fear ye not, neither be afraid; Have I not announced unto thee of old, and declared it? And ye are My witnesses. Is there a God beside Me? Yea, there is no Rock; I know not any.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Hide not yourselves, nor go astray: have ye not heard from the beginning, and have not I told you? ye are witnesses if there is a God beside me.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The LORD has Chosen Israel
…7Who 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. 8Do not tremble or fear. Have I not told you and declared it long ago? You are My witnesses! Is there any God but Me? There is no other Rock; I know not one.” 9All makers of idols are nothing, and the things they treasure are worthless. Their witnesses fail to see or comprehend, so they are put to shame.…

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Cross References

Deuteronomy 4:35
You were shown these things so that you would know that the LORD is God; there is no other besides Him.

Deuteronomy 32:39
See now that I am He; there is no God besides Me. I bring death and I give life; I wound and I heal, and there is no one who can deliver from My hand.

Isaiah 43:10-11
“You are My witnesses,” declares the LORD, “and My servant whom I have chosen, so that you may consider and believe Me and understand that I am He. Before Me no god was formed, and after Me none will come. / I, yes I, am the LORD, and there is no Savior but Me.

Isaiah 45:5-6
I am the LORD, and there is no other; there is no God but Me. I will equip you for battle, though you have not known Me, / so that all may know, from where the sun rises to where it sets, that there is none but Me; I am the LORD, and there is no other.

Isaiah 45:21-22
Speak up and present your case—yes, let them take counsel together. Who foretold this long ago? Who announced it from ancient times? Was it not I, the LORD? There is no other God but Me, a righteous God and Savior; there is none but Me. / Turn to Me and be saved, all the ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other.

Isaiah 46:9
Remember what happened long ago, for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me.

Exodus 20:3
You shall have no other gods before Me.

1 Kings 8:60
so that all the peoples of the earth may know that the LORD is God. There is no other!

Psalm 86:10
For You are great and perform wonders; You alone are God.

Hosea 13:4
Yet I am the LORD your God ever since the land of Egypt; you know no God but Me, for there is no Savior besides Me.

Joel 2:27
Then you will know that I am present in Israel and that I am the LORD your God, and there is no other. My people will never again be put to shame.

John 17:3
Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent.

1 Corinthians 8:4-6
So about eating food sacrificed to idols: We know that an idol is nothing at all in the world, and that there is no God but one. / For even if there are so-called gods, whether in heaven or on earth (as there are many so-called gods and lords), / yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we exist. And there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we exist.

1 Timothy 2:5
For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,

James 2:19
You believe that God is one. Good for you! Even the demons believe that—and shudder.

Treasury of Scripture

Fear you not, neither be afraid: have not I told you from that time, and have declared it? you are even my witnesses. Is there a God beside me? yes, there is no God; I know not any.

neither

Isaiah 44:2
Thus saith the LORD that made thee, and formed thee from the womb, which will help thee; Fear not, O Jacob, my servant; and thou, Jesurun, whom I have chosen.

Isaiah 41:10-14
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness…

Proverbs 3:25,26
Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh…

have declared

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 48:5
I have even from the beginning declared it to thee; before it came to pass I shewed it thee: lest thou shouldest say, Mine idol hath done them, and my graven image, and my molten image, hath commanded them.

Genesis 15:13-21
And he said unto Abram, Know of a surety that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs, and shall serve them; and they shall afflict them four hundred years; …

ye are

Isaiah 43:10,12
Ye are my witnesses, saith the LORD, and my servant whom I have chosen: that ye may know and believe me, and understand that I am he: before me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me…

Ezra 1:2
Thus saith Cyrus king of Persia, The LORD God of heaven hath given me all the kingdoms of the earth; and he hath charged me to build him an house at Jerusalem, which is in Judah.

Ezra 8:2
Of the sons of Phinehas; Gershom: of the sons of Ithamar; Daniel: of the sons of David; Hattush.

is there

Isaiah 44:6
Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God.

Isaiah 45:5,6
I am the LORD, and there is none else, there is no God beside me: I girded thee, though thou hast not known me: …

Isaiah 46:9
Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me,

no God.

Deuteronomy 32:4,31
He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he…

Psalm 18:31
For who is God save the LORD? or who is a rock save our God?

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Isaiah 44

1. God comforts the church with his promises
7. The vanity of idols
9. And folly of idol makers
21. He exhorts to praise God for his redemption and omnipotence

Berean Study Bible

Do not tremble
The phrase "Do not tremble" is a divine reassurance from God to His people. In the Hebrew, the word used here is "תִּרְהוּ" (tirhu), which conveys a sense of fear or trembling. This command is a call to courage and faith, reminding the Israelites that their security is found in God alone. Historically, the Israelites faced numerous threats from surrounding nations, yet God consistently urged them to trust in His protection. This phrase is a timeless reminder for believers to stand firm in faith, knowing that God is sovereign over all circumstances.

or be afraid
The Hebrew word for "be afraid" is "תִּפְחָדוּ" (tiphchadu), which emphasizes a deep-seated fear or dread. This command complements the previous phrase, reinforcing the call to trust in God rather than succumbing to fear. In the context of Isaiah, the Israelites were often tempted to fear the power of foreign nations or the unknown future. However, God’s assurance is that He is in control, and His people need not fear anything that comes their way. This is a powerful encouragement for believers today to place their confidence in God’s unchanging nature.

Have I not told you
This phrase underscores God’s faithfulness in communicating His promises and plans to His people. The rhetorical question implies that God has been consistent in revealing His will and intentions. The historical context shows that God repeatedly sent prophets to guide and warn Israel, demonstrating His commitment to their well-being. For contemporary believers, this serves as a reminder of the importance of Scripture as God’s revealed word, providing guidance and assurance in all aspects of life.

and declared it long ago?
The phrase "declared it long ago" highlights God’s omniscience and the timeless nature of His word. The Hebrew root "נָגַד" (nagad) means to make known or announce. This indicates that God’s plans and purposes are not reactionary but have been established from eternity. In the context of Isaiah, this refers to God’s foretelling of events and His sovereign control over history. For believers, this is a comforting reminder that God’s promises are sure and His plans are perfect, having been set in motion long before we were aware.

You are My witnesses!
Here, God calls His people to be "witnesses" (עֵדִים, edim), a term that implies both seeing and testifying to the truth. In the historical context, Israel was chosen to be a light to the nations, demonstrating God’s power and faithfulness. This role as witnesses is not passive; it involves actively proclaiming God’s deeds and character. For Christians, this is a call to evangelism and living out the gospel, bearing witness to the transformative power of God in their lives.

Is there any God but Me?
This rhetorical question emphasizes the monotheistic foundation of Israel’s faith. The Hebrew word for God here is "אֱלֹהִים" (Elohim), which, despite its plural form, is used singularly to denote the one true God. In a polytheistic ancient Near East, this declaration set Israel apart as worshippers of the one sovereign Creator. For believers today, this affirms the exclusivity of God in a world filled with competing ideologies and beliefs, reinforcing the call to worship Him alone.

There is no other Rock
The term "Rock" (צוּר, tsur) is a metaphor for God’s strength, stability, and reliability. In ancient times, a rock was a symbol of protection and refuge, often used in military contexts. This imagery conveys God’s unchanging nature and His role as a secure foundation for His people. For Christians, this is a powerful image of Christ as the cornerstone of their faith, providing assurance and stability in a tumultuous world.

I know not one
This final phrase underscores God’s unique and unparalleled nature. The assertion "I know not one" is a divine affirmation of His singularity and supremacy. In the context of Isaiah, this is a direct challenge to the idols and false gods worshipped by surrounding nations. For believers, it is a reminder of the futility of placing trust in anything other than God. It calls for a wholehearted devotion to the one true God, who alone is worthy of worship and trust.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(8) Yea, there is no God . . .--Literally, no Rock. That word, as expressing eternal strength, being used, as in Deuteronomy 32:4; 2Samuel 22:3; 2Samuel 23:3, as a Divine name.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 8. - Fear ye not (comp. Isaiah 41:10, 13; Isaiah 43:5; ver. 2). Israel need not fear that they will be forgotten or forsaken. God has told them from that time, or, from the beginning (Isaiah 48:3, 7), and declared to them, what he is about to do - viz, destroy Babylon, and give them deliverance. He will assuredly do as he has said. Ye are even my witnesses (comp. Isaiah 43:10, 12). There is no God; literally, there is no Rock; i.e. no sure ground of trust or confidence (comp. Isaiah 17:10; Isaiah 26:4; Isaiah 30:29; and see the comment on Isaiah 17:10).

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Do not
אַֽל־ (’al-)
Adverb
Strong's 408: Not

tremble
תִּפְחֲדוּ֙ (tip̄·ḥă·ḏū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 6342: To dread, be in dread or in awe

[or]
וְאַל־ (wə·’al-)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb
Strong's 408: Not

fear.
תִּרְה֔וּ (tir·hū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 7297: Be afraid

Have I not
הֲלֹ֥א (hă·lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

told you
הִשְׁמַעְתִּ֥יךָ (hiš·ma‘·tî·ḵā)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - first person common singular | second person masculine singular
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently

and declared it
וְהִגַּ֖דְתִּי (wə·hig·gaḏ·tî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous

long ago?
מֵאָ֛ז (mê·’āz)
Preposition-m | Adverb
Strong's 227: At that time, place, therefore

You
וְאַתֶּ֣ם (wə·’at·tem)
Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - second person masculine plural
Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you

are My witnesses!
עֵדָ֑י (‘ê·ḏāy)
Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 5707: A witness, testimony, a recorder, prince

Is there
הֲיֵ֤שׁ (hă·yêš)
Adverb
Strong's 3426: Being, substance, existence, is

any God
אֱל֙וֹהַּ֙ (’ĕ·lō·w·ah)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 433: God -- a deity, the Deity

but Me?
מִבַּלְעָדַ֔י (mib·bal·‘ā·ḏay)
Preposition-m | first person common singular
Strong's 1107: Apart from, except, without

There is no
וְאֵ֥ין (wə·’ên)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb
Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle

other Rock;
צ֖וּר (ṣūr)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6697: A cliff, a rock, boulder, a refuge, an edge

I know
יָדָֽעְתִּי׃ (yā·ḏā·‘ə·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 3045: To know

not one.”
בַּל־ (bal-)
Adverb
Strong's 1077: A failure, nothing, not at all, lest

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