Isaiah 8:8 web — It will sweep onward into Judah. It will overflow and pass through; it will reach even to the neck; and the stretching…

World English Bible

"It will sweep onward into Judah. It will overflow and pass through; it will reach even to the neck; and the stretching out of its wings will fill the breadth of your land, Immanuel."

— Isaiah 8:8, World English Bible

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Isaiah 8 — Context

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Yahweh spoke to me yet again, saying,

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"Because this people have refused the waters of Shiloah that go softly, and rejoice in Rezin and Remaliah's son;

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now therefore, behold, the Lord brings upon them the mighty flood waters of the River: the king of Assyria and all his glory. It will come up over all its channels, and go over all its banks.

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It will sweep onward into Judah. It will overflow and pass through; it will reach even to the neck; and the stretching out of its wings will fill the breadth of your land, Immanuel.

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Make an uproar, you peoples, and be broken in pieces! Listen, all you from far countries: dress for battle, and be shattered! Dress for battle, and be shattered!

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Take counsel together, and it will be brought to nothing; speak the word, and it will not stand: for God is with us."

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For Yahweh spoke thus to me with a strong hand, and instructed me not to walk in the way of this people, saying,

Isaiah 8:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 8:8 say?
Isaiah 8:8 in the World English Bible reads: “It will sweep onward into Judah. It will overflow and pass through; it will reach even to the neck; and the stretching out of its wings will fill the breadth of your land, Immanuel.”
Where is Isaiah 8:8 in the Bible?
Isaiah 8:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 8, verse 8.
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 8:8.
What translation should I read Isaiah 8:8 in?
Isaiah 8:8 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 8:8?
Isaiah 8:8 reads (WEB): “It will sweep onward into Judah. It will overflow and pass through; it will reach even to the neck; and the stretching out of its wings will fill the breadth of your land, Immanuel.” 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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