Isaiah 41:10

¶ Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Fear {H3372} thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed {H8159}; for I am thy God {H430}: I will strengthen {H553} thee; yea, I will help {H5826} thee; yea, I will uphold {H8551} thee with the right hand {H3225} of my righteousness {H6664}.

Don't be afraid, for I am with you; don't be distressed, for I am your God. I give you strength, I give you help, I support you with my victorious right hand.

Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.

fear thou not, for I am with thee; be not dismayed, for I am thy God; I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Isaiah 41:10 (KJV)

Verse Text:

¶ Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Commentary:

This verse is a powerful promise of comfort and assurance from God to His people, particularly relevant during times of fear, uncertainty, or trial. It is part of a larger section in Isaiah (chapters 40-48) where God addresses Israel, who faced challenges and the prospect of exile, reassuring them of His sovereignty and faithfulness.

Historical and Cultural Context: At this point in Isaiah, the prophet is looking ahead to the Babylonian exile and subsequent return. The people of Israel would face the fear of oppression, displacement, and the apparent triumph of pagan nations and idols. God speaks these words to strengthen their faith and remind them that He is their true protector and sustainer.

Key Themes and Messages:

  • God's Presence: The foundational promise is "I am with thee." This is the ultimate antidote to fear. Knowing God is present provides comfort and security (Genesis 15:1, Deuteronomy 31:6).
  • God's Identity: "I am thy God." This emphasizes the personal relationship and covenant God has with His people. He is not a distant deity but *their* God, actively involved in their lives.
  • God's Power and Action: God promises three specific actions: He will strengthen, help, and uphold. These words convey active support, empowerment, and sustenance against all opposition and weakness (Philippians 4:13).
  • God's Righteousness: He will uphold them with "the right hand of my righteousness." The "right hand" symbolizes power and authority. "Righteousness" here refers not just to God's justice, but also His fidelity to His covenant promises and His inherent moral perfection, which guarantees the certainty and power of His support.

Linguistic Insights: The phrases "Fear thou not" (אַל־תִּירָא - al tirâ) and "be not dismayed" (אַל־תִּשְׁתָּע - al tishtâ') are strong commands, indicating that fear is something to be actively resisted, based on the truth of who God is and what He promises. The word for "uphold" (סָמַךְ - samak) implies leaning upon or being supported and sustained.

Practical Application: This verse serves as a timeless source of comfort and strength for believers facing any form of fear, anxiety, or difficulty. It reminds us that God is always present, is our personal God, and actively provides the strength, help, and support needed to overcome challenges, not by our own might, but by His powerful and righteous hand.

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.

  • Joshua 1:9

    Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.

  • Isaiah 43:1

    ¶ But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called [thee] by thy name; thou [art] mine.

  • Isaiah 43:2

    When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.

  • Romans 8:31

    ¶ What shall we then say to these things? If God [be] for us, who [can be] against us?

  • Deuteronomy 31:6

    Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

  • Deuteronomy 31:8

    And the LORD, he [it is] that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.

  • Philippians 4:13

    I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
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