Isaiah 57:19 asv — I create the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him that is far off and to him that is near, saith Jehovah; and I will…

American Standard Version

"I create the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him that is far off and to him that is near, saith Jehovah; and I will heal him. "

— Isaiah 57:19, American Standard Version

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Isaiah 57 — Context

16

For I will not contend for ever, neither will I be always wroth; for the spirit would faint before me, and the souls that I have made.

17

For the iniquity of his covetousness was I wroth, and smote him; I hid my face and was wroth; and he went on backsliding in the way of his heart.

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I have seen his ways, and will heal him: I will lead him also, and restore comforts unto him and to his mourners.

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I create the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him that is far off and to him that is near, saith Jehovah; and I will heal him.

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But the wicked are like the troubled sea; for it cannot rest, and its waters cast up mire and dirt.

21

There is no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.

Isaiah 57:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 57:19 say?
Isaiah 57:19 in the American Standard Version reads: “I create the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him that is far off and to him that is near, saith Jehovah; and I will heal him. ”
Where is Isaiah 57:19 in the Bible?
Isaiah 57:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 57, 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 57:19.
What translation should I read Isaiah 57:19 in?
Isaiah 57:19 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 57:19?
Isaiah 57:19 reads (ASV): “I create the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him that is far off and to him that is near, saith Jehovah; and I will heal him. ” 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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