Isaiah 26:3

Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee.

Thou wilt keep {H5341} him in perfect {H7965} peace {H7965}, whose mind {H3336} is stayed {H5564} on thee: because he trusteth {H982} in thee.

"A person whose desire rests on you you preserve in perfect peace, because he trusts in you.

You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.

Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee; because he trusteth in thee.

Isaiah 26:3 KJV: "Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee."

Context of Isaiah 26:3

Isaiah chapter 26 is part of a prophetic song of praise and trust in God, following a period of divine judgment and looking forward to a time of restoration and God's secure reign. This song celebrates God's faithfulness and the security found in Him, particularly for those who have placed their trust in Him amidst turmoil. It speaks to the future hope and the present comfort available to the righteous, contrasting with the fate of the unrighteous. This verse serves as a powerful declaration of God's commitment to those who remain steadfast in their faith.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Preservation and Perfect Peace: The core promise is God's active role in keeping the believer in a state of profound peace. This isn't just the absence of conflict, but a holistic well-being and tranquility provided directly by God. It signifies a complete, all-encompassing peace that transcends external circumstances.
  • Steadfast Mind: The phrase "whose mind is stayed on thee" emphasizes a deliberate, continuous focus and reliance on God. It suggests a mind that is fixed, supported, and propped up by divine truth and presence, rather than being tossed by worldly anxieties or doubts. This steadfastness, or unwavering focus, is presented as crucial for experiencing God's peace.
  • Foundation of Trust: The reason for this perfect peace is explicitly stated: "because he trusteth in thee." Trust is presented not as a passive belief, but as an active, unwavering confidence in God's character, power, and promises. It is this foundational reliance that enables one to receive and maintain divine peace. This concept is beautifully echoed in Proverbs 3:5-6, which urges us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our own understanding.

Linguistic Insights

  • "Perfect Peace" (שָׁלֹום שָׁלֹום - shalom shalom): The Hebrew phrase uses a repetition of the word shalom. This doubling is an intensive form, signifying not just peace, but complete, utter, undisturbed, and comprehensive peace – a wholeness and well-being that permeates every aspect of life. It implies a total state of rest and security.
  • "Stayed" (סָמַךְ - samak): This verb means to lean upon, support, uphold, or sustain. It paints a vivid picture of a mind that is firmly anchored and supported by God, not wavering or easily shaken. It implies a conscious act of resting one's entire mental and emotional weight on God, finding stability in Him.

Practical Application

Isaiah 26:3 offers profound comfort and guidance for believers today facing anxiety, uncertainty, or distress. It teaches that true inner peace is not dependent on external circumstances, but on the internal posture of one's mind and heart towards God. To experience this "perfect peace," we are called to:

  • Cultivate a God-Focused Mind: Actively choose to direct our thoughts, worries, and hopes towards God. This involves consistent prayer, meditation on Scripture, and consciously surrendering control to His sovereignty, rather than dwelling on problems.
  • Deepen Our Trust: Continuously choose to believe in God's goodness, wisdom, and power, even when circumstances seem chaotic or overwhelming. This active trust is the channel through which God's peace flows, a peace often described as the peace of God that surpasses all understanding, guarding our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
  • Rest in His Faithfulness: Remember that God is the keeper. Our responsibility is to stay our minds on Him and trust Him; His promise is to keep us in perfect peace. This assurance provides a powerful antidote to fear and worry, reminding us that the Lord is our strength and shield, as seen in Psalm 28:7.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Philippians 4:7

    And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

  • John 16:33

    These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

  • John 14:27

    Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

  • Jeremiah 17:7

    Blessed [is] the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.

  • Jeremiah 17:8

    For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and [that] spreadeth out her roots by the river, and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green; and shall not be careful in the year of drought, neither shall cease from yielding fruit.

  • Psalms 9:10

    And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, LORD, hast not forsaken them that seek thee.

  • Romans 5:1

    ¶ Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:

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