Isaiah 32:19

Isaiah 32:20 net — you will be blessed, you who plant seed by all the banks of the streams, you who let your ox and donkey graze.

NET Bible

"you will be blessed, you who plant seed by all the banks of the streams, you who let your ox and donkey graze."

— Isaiah 32:20, NET Bible

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Isaiah 32:20 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Blessed are ye that sow beside all waters, that send forth thither the feet of the ox and the ass. ”
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ASV
“Blessed are ye that sow beside all waters, that send forth the feet of the ox and the ass. ”
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WEB
“Blessed are you who sow beside all waters, who send out the feet of the ox and the donkey.”
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DRB
“Blessed are ye that sow upon all waters, sending thither the foot of the ox and the ass. ”
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BBE
“Happy are you who are planting seed by all the waters, and sending out the ox and the ass.”
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KJVA
“Blessed are ye that sow beside all waters, that send forth thither the feet of the ox and the ass. ”
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Isaiah 32 — Context

Fairness will produce peace and result in lasting security.

My people will live in peaceful settlements, in secure homes, and in safe, quiet places.

Even if the forest is destroyed and the city is annihilated,

you will be blessed, you who plant seed by all the banks of the streams, you who let your ox and donkey graze.

Isaiah 32:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 32:20 say?

Isaiah 32:20 in the NET Bible reads: “you will be blessed, you who plant seed by all the banks of the streams, you who let your ox and donkey graze.”

Where is Isaiah 32:20 in the Bible?

Isaiah 32:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 32, verse 20.

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 32:20.

What translation should I read Isaiah 32:20 in?

Isaiah 32:20 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 32:20?

Isaiah 32:20 reads (NET): “you will be blessed, you who plant seed by all the banks of the streams, you who let your ox and donkey graze.” 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 32:20 net — you will be blessed, you who plant seed by all the banks of the streams, you who let your ox and donkey graze.

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