Isaiah 30:9 cpdv — For they are a people who provoke to wrath, and they are lying sons, sons unwilling to listen to the law of God.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For they are a people who provoke to wrath, and they are lying sons, sons unwilling to listen to the law of God. "

— Isaiah 30:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Isaiah 30:9 in Other Translations

7 versions All translations

Isaiah 30 — Context

6

The burden of the beasts in the south. In a land of tribulation and anguish, from which go forth the lioness and the lion, the viper and the flying king snake, they carry their riches upon the shoulders of beasts of burden, and their valuables upon the humps of camels, to a people who are not able to offer profit to them.

7

For Egypt will offer assistance, but without purpose or success. Therefore, concerning this, I cried out: “It is only arrogance! Remain calm.”

8

Now, therefore, enter and write for them upon a tablet, and note it diligently in a book, and this shall be a testimony in the last days, and even unto eternity.

9

For they are a people who provoke to wrath, and they are lying sons, sons unwilling to listen to the law of God.

10

They say to the seers, “Do not see,” and to those who behold: “Do not behold for us the things that are right. Speak to us of pleasing things. See errors for us.

11

Take me from the way. Avert me from the path. Let the Holy One of Israel cease from before our face.”

12

Because of this, thus says the Holy One of Israel: Since you have rejected this word, and you have hoped in calumny and rebellion, and since you have depended upon these things,

Isaiah 30:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Isaiah 30:9 say?
Isaiah 30:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For they are a people who provoke to wrath, and they are lying sons, sons unwilling to listen to the law of God. ”
Where is Isaiah 30:9 in the Bible?
Isaiah 30:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 30, verse 9.
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 30:9.
What translation should I read Isaiah 30:9 in?
Isaiah 30:9 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 30:9?
Isaiah 30:9 reads (CPDV): “For they are a people who provoke to wrath, and they are lying sons, sons unwilling to listen to the law of God. ” 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.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2