Isaiah 45:17

[But] Israel shall be saved in the LORD with an everlasting salvation: ye shall not be ashamed nor confounded world without end.

But Israel {H3478} shall be saved {H3467} in the LORD {H3068} with an everlasting {H5769} salvation {H8668}: ye shall not be ashamed {H954} nor confounded {H3637} world {H5769} without end {H5703}.

But Isra'el, saved by ADONAI with an everlasting salvation, you will never, ever, be ashamed or disgraced.

But Israel will be saved by the LORD with an everlasting salvation; you will not be put to shame or humiliated, to ages everlasting.

But Israel shall be saved by Jehovah with an everlasting salvation: ye shall not be put to shame nor confounded world without end.

Commentary

Commentary on Isaiah 45:17

Isaiah 45:17 delivers a profound promise of enduring hope and security to Israel, set within a broader declaration of God's absolute sovereignty and unique power. This verse contrasts sharply with the futility of idol worship and the temporary nature of human endeavors, which are discussed in the surrounding chapters.

Context

The book of Isaiah, particularly chapters 40-48, emphasizes God's omnipotence and His ability to fulfill His purposes through unexpected means. Here, the Lord declares His power over nations, even naming Cyrus, a pagan king, as His chosen instrument to facilitate Israel's return from Babylonian exile (Isaiah 45:1). Amidst these grand pronouncements of universal dominion, verse 17 provides a specific, comforting assurance to His chosen people, Israel, regarding their ultimate destiny and perpetual security in Him. It serves as a climactic statement of God's unwavering faithfulness to His covenant.

Key Themes

  • Everlasting Salvation: The core promise is that Israel's deliverance is not temporary or contingent on human performance, but a permanent, everlasting salvation initiated and sustained by the Lord Himself. This points beyond mere physical restoration to a spiritual and eternal security.
  • Divine Security: The phrase "saved in the LORD" underscores that the source and guarantor of this salvation is God alone. It implies complete trust and dependence on His power and grace.
  • Freedom from Shame and Confusion: The promise "ye shall not be ashamed nor confounded world without end" speaks to a future where Israel's hopes will not be dashed, their faith will be vindicated, and they will never again suffer the humiliation or disgrace experienced during exile or in their past failures. This is a powerful assurance of ultimate honor and glory from God.
  • God's Unchanging Faithfulness: This verse is a testament to God's enduring commitment to His people and His covenant promises, regardless of their past unfaithfulness or the challenges they face.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "salvation" here is yeshu'ah (ื™ึฐืฉืื•ึผืขึธื”), which encompasses deliverance, victory, prosperity, and well-being. Its use with "everlasting" ('olam, ืขื•ึนืœึธื) emphasizes its eternal and unending nature, signifying a definitive and permanent state of blessedness. The terms "ashamed" (bosh, ื‘ึผื•ึนืฉื) and "confounded" (chapher, ื—ึธืคึตืจ) describe the deep humiliation and disappointment that comes from relying on false hopes or being exposed in disgrace. The promise is that God's people will never experience such a state again when their hope is in Him.

Practical Application

While specifically addressed to ancient Israel, the principles in Isaiah 45:17 resonate deeply with all believers today.

  • Assurance of Eternal Life: For those who put their faith in the Lord, this verse provides comfort and assurance of an eternal salvation that cannot be undone. Our hope is not in fleeting circumstances but in the unchanging God.
  • Confidence in God's Plan: In a world full of uncertainty and confusion, believers are reminded that those who trust in God will ultimately not be put to shame (Psalm 25:3). God's purposes for His people will prevail, and His promises are true.
  • Living without Fear of Disgrace: This promise encourages believers to live boldly for Christ, knowing that any temporary reproach or suffering for righteousness will ultimately be vindicated by God, leading to eternal glory and honor.

Isaiah 45:17 stands as a powerful declaration of God's enduring love and unwavering commitment to His people, promising them a salvation that is truly eternal and a future free from shame.

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Cross-References

  • Romans 10:11

    For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.

  • Psalms 25:3

    Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without cause.

  • Isaiah 54:4

    Fear not; for thou shalt not be ashamed: neither be thou confounded; for thou shalt not be put to shame: for thou shalt forget the shame of thy youth, and shalt not remember the reproach of thy widowhood any more.

  • 1 Peter 2:6

    Wherefore also it is contained in the scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on him shall not be confounded.

  • Joel 2:26

    And ye shall eat in plenty, and be satisfied, and praise the name of the LORD your God, that hath dealt wondrously with you: and my people shall never be ashamed.

  • Joel 2:27

    And ye shall know that I [am] in the midst of Israel, and [that] I [am] the LORD your God, and none else: and my people shall never be ashamed.

  • Isaiah 49:23

    And kings shall be thy nursing fathers, and their queens thy nursing mothers: they shall bow down to thee with [their] face toward the earth, and lick up the dust of thy feet; and thou shalt know that I [am] the LORD: for they shall not be ashamed that wait for me.