Isaiah 63:2 web — Why are you red in your clothing, and your garments like him who treads in the wine vat?

World English Bible

"Why are you red in your clothing, and your garments like him who treads in the wine vat?"

— Isaiah 63:2, World English Bible

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Isaiah 63 — Context

1

Who is this who comes from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this who is glorious in his clothing, marching in the greatness of his strength? "It is I who speak in righteousness, mighty to save."

2

Why are you red in your clothing, and your garments like him who treads in the wine vat?

3

"I have trodden the winepress alone; and of the peoples there was no man with me: yes, I trod them in my anger, and trampled them in my wrath; and their lifeblood is sprinkled on my garments, and I have stained all my clothing.

4

For the day of vengeance was in my heart, and the year of my redeemed is come.

5

I looked, and there was none to help; and I wondered that there was none to uphold: therefore my own arm brought salvation to me; and my wrath, it upheld me.

Isaiah 63:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 63:2 say?
Isaiah 63:2 in the World English Bible reads: “Why are you red in your clothing, and your garments like him who treads in the wine vat?”
Where is Isaiah 63:2 in the Bible?
Isaiah 63:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 63, 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 63:2.
What translation should I read Isaiah 63:2 in?
Isaiah 63:2 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 63:2?
Isaiah 63:2 reads (WEB): “Why are you red in your clothing, and your garments like him who treads in the wine vat?” 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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