Isaiah 32:19 web — Though hail flattens the forest, and the city is leveled completely.

World English Bible

"Though hail flattens the forest, and the city is leveled completely."

— Isaiah 32:19, World English Bible

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Isaiah 32:19 in Other Translations

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KJV
“When it shall hail, coming down on the forest; and the city shall be low in a low place.”
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ASV
“But it shall hail in the downfall of the forest; and the city shall be utterly laid low. ”
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NET
“Even if the forest is destroyed and the city is annihilated,”
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DRB
“But hail shall be in the descent of the forest, and the city shall be made very low.”
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BBE
“But the tall trees will come down with a great fall, and the town will be low in a low place.”
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KJVA
“When it shall hail, coming down on the forest; and the city shall be low in a low place.”
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Isaiah 32 — Context

Then justice will dwell in the wilderness; and righteousness will remain in the fruitful field.

The work of righteousness will be peace; and the effect of righteousness, quietness and confidence forever.

My people will live in a peaceful habitation, in safe dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

Though hail flattens the forest, and the city is leveled completely.

Blessed are you who sow beside all waters, who send out the feet of the ox and the donkey.

Isaiah 32:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 32:19 say?

Isaiah 32:19 in the World English Bible reads: “Though hail flattens the forest, and the city is leveled completely.”

Where is Isaiah 32:19 in the Bible?

Isaiah 32:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 32, verse 19.

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 32:19.

What translation should I read Isaiah 32:19 in?

Isaiah 32:19 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 32:19?

Isaiah 32:19 reads (WEB): “Though hail flattens the forest, and the city is leveled completely.” 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 32:19 web — Though hail flattens the forest, and the city is leveled completely.

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