Isaiah 38:12 web — My dwelling is removed, and is carried away from me like a shepherd's tent. I have rolled up, like a weaver, my life. H…

World English Bible

"My dwelling is removed, and is carried away from me like a shepherd's tent. I have rolled up, like a weaver, my life. He will cut me off from the loom. From day even to night you will make an end of me."

— Isaiah 38:12, World English Bible

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Isaiah 38 — Context

9

The writing of Hezekiah king of Judah, when he had been sick, and had recovered of his sickness.

10

I said, "In the middle of my life I go into the gates of Sheol. I am deprived of the residue of my years."

11

I said, "I won't see Yah, Yah in the land of the living. I will see man no more with the inhabitants of the world.

12

My dwelling is removed, and is carried away from me like a shepherd's tent. I have rolled up, like a weaver, my life. He will cut me off from the loom. From day even to night you will make an end of me.

13

I waited patiently until morning. He breaks all my bones like a lion. From day even to night you will make an end of me.

14

I chattered like a swallow or a crane. I moaned like a dove. My eyes weaken looking upward. Lord, I am oppressed. Be my security."

15

What will I say? He has both spoken to me, and himself has done it. I will walk carefully all my years because of the anguish of my soul.

Isaiah 38:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 38:12 say?
Isaiah 38:12 in the World English Bible reads: “My dwelling is removed, and is carried away from me like a shepherd's tent. I have rolled up, like a weaver, my life. He will cut me off from the loom. From day even to night you will make an end of me.”
Where is Isaiah 38:12 in the Bible?
Isaiah 38:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 38, verse 12.
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 38:12.
What translation should I read Isaiah 38:12 in?
Isaiah 38:12 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 38:12?
Isaiah 38:12 reads (WEB): “My dwelling is removed, and is carried away from me like a shepherd's tent. I have rolled up, like a weaver, my life. He will cut me off from the loom. From day even to night you will make an end of me.” 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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