Isaiah 57:17 net — I was angry because of their sinful greed; I attacked them and angrily rejected them, yet they remained disobedient and…

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"I was angry because of their sinful greed; I attacked them and angrily rejected them, yet they remained disobedient and stubborn."

— Isaiah 57:17, NET Bible

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Isaiah 57 — Context

14

He says,“Build it! Build it! Clear a way! Remove all the obstacles out of the way of my people!”

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For this is what the high and exalted one says, the one who rules forever, whose name is holy:“I dwell in an exalted and holy place, but also with the discouraged and humiliated, in order to cheer up the humiliated and to encourage the discouraged.

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For I will not be hostile forever or perpetually angry, for then man’s spirit would grow faint before me, the life-giving breath I created.

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I was angry because of their sinful greed; I attacked them and angrily rejected them, yet they remained disobedient and stubborn.

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I have seen their behavior, but I will heal them. I will lead them, and I will provide comfort to them and those who mourn with them.

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I am the one who gives them reason to celebrate. Complete prosperity is available both to those who are far away and those who are nearby,” says the LORD,“and I will heal them.

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But the wicked are like a surging sea that is unable to be quiet; its waves toss up mud and sand.

Isaiah 57:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 57:17 say?
Isaiah 57:17 in the NET Bible reads: “I was angry because of their sinful greed; I attacked them and angrily rejected them, yet they remained disobedient and stubborn.”
Where is Isaiah 57:17 in the Bible?
Isaiah 57:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 57, verse 17.
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 57:17.
What translation should I read Isaiah 57:17 in?
Isaiah 57:17 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 57:17?
Isaiah 57:17 reads (NET): “I was angry because of their sinful greed; I attacked them and angrily rejected them, yet they remained disobedient and stubborn.” 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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