Isaiah 57:9 akjv — And you went to the king with ointment, and did increase your perfumes, and did send your messengers far off, and did d…

American King James Version

"And you went to the king with ointment, and did increase your perfumes, and did send your messengers far off, and did debase yourself even to hell. "

— Isaiah 57:9, American King James Version

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Isaiah 57 — Context

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Among the smooth stones of the stream is your portion; they, they are your lot: even to them have you poured a drink offering, you have offered a meat offering. Should I receive comfort in these?

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On a lofty and high mountain have you set your bed: even thither went you up to offer sacrifice.

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Behind the doors also and the posts have you set up your remembrance: for you have discovered yourself to another than me, and are gone up; you have enlarged your bed, and made you a covenant with them; you loved their bed where you saw it.

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And you went to the king with ointment, and did increase your perfumes, and did send your messengers far off, and did debase yourself even to hell.

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You are wearied in the greatness of your way; yet said you not, There is no hope: you have found the life of your hand; therefore you were not grieved.

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And of whom have you been afraid or feared, that you have lied, and have not remembered me, nor laid it to your heart? have not I held my peace even of old, and you fear me not?

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I will declare your righteousness, and your works; for they shall not profit you. ¶

Isaiah 57:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 57:9 say?
Isaiah 57:9 in the American King James Version reads: “And you went to the king with ointment, and did increase your perfumes, and did send your messengers far off, and did debase yourself even to hell. ”
Where is Isaiah 57:9 in the Bible?
Isaiah 57:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 57, verse 9.
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 57:9.
What translation should I read Isaiah 57:9 in?
Isaiah 57:9 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 57:9?
Isaiah 57:9 reads (AKJV): “And you went to the king with ointment, and did increase your perfumes, and did send your messengers far off, and did debase yourself even to hell. ” 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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