Bible Strands
Isaiah 41:3
He pursues them, going on safely, hardly touching the path with his feet.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The prophet delivers Yahweh’s declaration to Israel, framing a military campaign launched from the east as an act of divine sovereignty. This statement bridges God’s description of subduing kings and His subsequent claim of eternal authorship over all generations.
The words — The text records שׁלום (shalom) as peace and ארח (orech) as path, literally describing advancement in peace along a way. The verb יעבור (yaavor) specifies that he passes on or moves forward.
The thread — The concept of protected progression appears in Isaiah 57:2, where upright walking enters into peace, and in Job 5:24, which promises security when examining one’s household. Both passages extend the imagery of safe passage into covenantal stability.
Why it lands — The verse states that the divinely appointed agent advances unharmed, requiring the reader to acknowledge God’s exclusive control over historical outcomes. It demands a practical recognition that divine sovereignty, not human strategy, dictates the course of events.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
He pursued them, and passed safely; even by the way that he had not gone with his feet.
Cross-references
- Isaiah 57:2 Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest, lying down in death.
- Job 5:24 You will know that your tent is secure, and find nothing amiss when inspecting your home.