Isaiah 26:2 net — Open the gates so a righteous nation can enter– one that remains trustworthy.

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"Open the gates so a righteous nation can enter– one that remains trustworthy."

— Isaiah 26:2, NET Bible

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Isaiah 26:2 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Open ye the gates, that the righteous nation which keepeth the truth may enter in.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Open ye the gates, that the righteous nation which keepeth faith may enter in. ”
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WEB
“Open the gates, that the righteous nation may enter: the one which keeps faith.”
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DRB
“Open ye the gates, and let the just nation, that keepeth the truth, enter in.”
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BBE
“Let the doors be open, so that the upright nation which keeps faith may come in.”
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KJVA
“Open ye the gates, that the righteous nation which keepeth the truth may enter in.”
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Isaiah 26 — Context

Judah Will Celebrate At that time this song will be sung in the land of Judah:“We have a strong city! The LORD’s deliverance, like walls and a rampart, makes it secure.

Open the gates so a righteous nation can enter– one that remains trustworthy.

You keep completely safe the people who maintain their faith, for they trust in you.

Trust in the LORD from this time forward, even in Yah, the LORD, an enduring protector!

Indeed, the LORD knocks down those who live in a high place, he brings down an elevated town; he brings it down to the ground, he throws it down to the dust.

Isaiah 26:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 26:2 say?

Isaiah 26:2 in the NET Bible reads: “Open the gates so a righteous nation can enter– one that remains trustworthy.”

Where is Isaiah 26:2 in the Bible?

Isaiah 26:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 26, verse 2.

Who wrote Isaiah?

Isaiah is traditionally attributed to Isaiah son of Amoz. Many critical scholars propose multiple authors ("Deutero-" and "Trito-Isaiah") for chapters 40–66; conservative scholarship holds to single Isaianic authorship. It was written c. 740–680 BC.

What is the book of Isaiah about?

Isaiah is the most quoted prophet in the New Testament — a sweeping vision of God's holiness, Judah's sin, coming judgment, and a promised Servant who would bear the iniquity of many. From "Holy, holy, holy" to "by his stripes we are healed," Isaiah speaks the gospel before the gospel.

What are the major themes of Isaiah?

Isaiah explores themes including Holiness, Judgment, Servant of the LORD, Hope, Salvation, Restoration. These themes shape the meaning and context of Isaiah 26:2.

What translation should I read Isaiah 26:2 in?

Isaiah 26:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Isaiah 26:2?

Isaiah 26:2 reads (NET): “Open the gates so a righteous nation can enter– one that remains trustworthy.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Isaiah 26:2 net — Open the gates so a righteous nation can enter– one that remains trustworthy.

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