Isaiah 33:2 akjv — O LORD, be gracious to us; we have waited for you: be you their arm every morning, our salvation also in the time of tr…

American King James Version

"O LORD, be gracious to us; we have waited for you: be you their arm every morning, our salvation also in the time of trouble. "

— Isaiah 33:2, American King James Version

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Isaiah 33 — Context

1

Woe to you that spoil, and you were not spoiled; and deal treacherously, and they dealt not treacherously with you! when you shall cease to spoil, you shall be spoiled; and when you shall make an end to deal treacherously, they shall deal treacherously with you.

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O LORD, be gracious to us; we have waited for you: be you their arm every morning, our salvation also in the time of trouble.

3

At the noise of the tumult the people fled; at the lifting up of yourself the nations were scattered.

4

And your spoil shall be gathered like the gathering of the caterpillar: as the running to and fro of locusts shall he run on them.

5

The LORD is exalted; for he dwells on high: he has filled Zion with judgment and righteousness.

Isaiah 33:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 33:2 say?
Isaiah 33:2 in the American King James Version reads: “O LORD, be gracious to us; we have waited for you: be you their arm every morning, our salvation also in the time of trouble. ”
Where is Isaiah 33:2 in the Bible?
Isaiah 33:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 33, 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 33:2.
What translation should I read Isaiah 33:2 in?
Isaiah 33:2 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 33:2?
Isaiah 33:2 reads (AKJV): “O LORD, be gracious to us; we have waited for you: be you their arm every morning, our salvation also in the time of trouble. ” 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.
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