Isaiah 33:16

he will dwell on the heights; the mountain fortress will be his refuge; his food will be provided and his water assured.

Berean Standard Bible

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Study note

Setting — The prophet describes the future condition of the righteous individual who refuses extortion and bribery.

The words — The Hebrew יִשְׁכֹּן (yishkon) means "he will dwell," and לַחְמוֹ (lachmo) translates to "his food," both emphasizing permanent residence and sustained provision.

The thread — The motif of secure dwelling connects to Isaiah 32:18 and Proverbs 1:33, while Luke 12:29 addresses anxiety over food and drink rather than physical shelter.

Why it lands — The text states that righteous living results in divine protection and provision, requiring the reader to trust God's sustenance rather than human security.

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The Hebrew words

ה֚וּאhu'he מְרוֹמִ֣יםme.ro.Mimhigh places יִשְׁכֹּ֔ןyish.Konhe will dwell מְצָד֥וֹתme.tza.Dot[will be] strongholds of סְלָעִ֖יםse.la.'Imcliffs מִשְׂגַּבּ֑וֹmis.ga.B/orefuge/ his לַחְמ֣וֹlach.M/ofood/ his נִתָּ֔ןni.Tan[will be] given מֵימָ֖יוmei.Ma/vwater/ his נֶאֱמָנִֽים׃ne.'e.ma.Nim[will be] reliable

King James Version

He shall dwell on high: his place of defence shall be the munitions of rocks: bread shall be given him; his waters shall be sure.

Cross-references

Luke 12:29 And do not be concerned about what you will eat or drink. Do not worry about it.
Isaiah 32:18 Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest.
Proverbs 1:33 But whoever listens to me will dwell in safety, secure from the fear of evil.”
Isaiah 49:10 They will not hunger or thirst, nor will scorching heat or sun beat down on them. For He who has compassion on them will guide them and lead them beside springs of water.
Psalms 37:3 Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness.
Psalms 90:1 A prayer of Moses the man of God. Lord, You have been our dwelling place through all generations.
Psalms 107:41 But He lifts the needy from affliction and increases their families like flocks.
Proverbs 18:10 The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
Psalms 18:33 He makes my feet like those of a deer and stations me upon the heights.
Psalms 33:18 Surely the eyes of the LORD are on those who fear Him, on those whose hope is in His loving devotion