Isaiah 9:5 asv — For all the armor of the armed man in the tumult, and the garments rolled in blood, shall be for burning, for fuel of f…

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"For all the armor of the armed man in the tumult, and the garments rolled in blood, shall be for burning, for fuel of fire. "

— Isaiah 9:5, American Standard Version

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Isaiah 9 — Context

2

The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light: they that dwelt in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined.

3

Thou hast multiplied the nation, thou hast increased their joy: they joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, as men rejoice when they divide the spoil.

4

For the yoke of his burden, and the staff of his shoulder, the rod of his oppressor, thou hast broken as in the day of Midian.

5

For all the armor of the armed man in the tumult, and the garments rolled in blood, shall be for burning, for fuel of fire.

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For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

7

Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of Jehovah of hosts will perform this.

8

The Lord sent a word into Jacob, and it hath lighted upon Israel.

Isaiah 9:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Isaiah 9:5 say?
Isaiah 9:5 in the American Standard Version reads: “For all the armor of the armed man in the tumult, and the garments rolled in blood, shall be for burning, for fuel of fire. ”
Where is Isaiah 9:5 in the Bible?
Isaiah 9:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Isaiah, chapter 9, verse 5.
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 9:5.
What translation should I read Isaiah 9:5 in?
Isaiah 9:5 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 9:5?
Isaiah 9:5 reads (ASV): “For all the armor of the armed man in the tumult, and the garments rolled in blood, shall be for burning, for fuel of fire. ” 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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