Isaiah 32:18
New International Version
My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.

New Living Translation
My people will live in safety, quietly at home. They will be at rest.

English Standard Version
My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

Berean Standard Bible
Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest.

King James Bible
And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places;

New King James Version
My people will dwell in a peaceful habitation, In secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places,

New American Standard Bible
Then my people will live in a peaceful settlement, In secure dwellings, and in undisturbed resting places;

NASB 1995
Then my people will live in a peaceful habitation, And in secure dwellings and in undisturbed resting places;

NASB 1977
Then my people will live in a peaceful habitation, And in secure dwellings and in undisturbed resting places;

Legacy Standard Bible
Then my people will live in a peaceful abode, And in secure dwellings and in undisturbed resting places;

Amplified Bible
Then my people will live in a peaceful surrounding, And in secure dwellings and in undisturbed resting places.

Christian Standard Bible
Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure dwellings.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure dwellings.

American Standard Version
And my people shall abide in a peaceable habitation, and in safe dwellings, and in quiet resting-places.

Contemporary English Version
You, the LORD's people, will live in peace, calm and secure,

English Revised Version
And my people shall abide in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
My people will live in a peaceful place, in safe homes and quiet places of rest.

Good News Translation
God's people will be free from worries, and their homes peaceful and safe.

International Standard Version
My people will live in peaceful dwellings, in secure homes and in undisturbed resting places.

Majority Standard Bible
Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest.

NET Bible
My people will live in peaceful settlements, in secure homes, and in safe, quiet places.

New Heart English Bible
My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in safe dwellings, and in quiet resting places.

Webster's Bible Translation
And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting-places;

World English Bible
My people will live in a peaceful habitation, in safe dwellings, and in quiet resting places,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And My people have dwelt in a peaceful habitation, "" And in steadfast dwelling places, "" And in quiet resting places.

Young's Literal Translation
And dwelt hath My people in a peaceful habitation, And in stedfast tabernacles, And in quiet resting-places.

Smith's Literal Translation
And my people shall sit in a dwelling of peace, and in habitations of trust and in quiet resting places.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And my people shall sit in the beauty of peace, and in the tabernacles of confidence, and in wealthy rest.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And my people will be seated in the beauty of peacefulness, and in the tabernacles of faithfulness, and in the opulence of restfulness.

New American Bible
My people will live in peaceful country, in secure dwellings and quiet resting places.

New Revised Standard Version
My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And my people shall dwell in a peaceful habitation and in sure tabernacles and in a resting place of hope.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And my people shall dwell in a dwelling of peace and in a tabernacle of hope and in a lodging house of hope!
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And my people shall abide in a peaceable habitation, And in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting-places.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And his people shall inhabit a city of peace, and dwell in it in confidence, and they shall rest with wealth.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Women of Jerusalem
17The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever. 18Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest. 19But hail will level the forest, and the city will sink to the depths.…

Cross References
Psalm 4:8
I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Jeremiah 23:6
In His days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is His name by which He will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness.

Ezekiel 34:25-28
I will make with them a covenant of peace and rid the land of wild animals, so that they may dwell securely in the wilderness and sleep in the forest. / I will make them and the places around My hill a blessing. I will send down showers in season—showers of blessing. / The trees of the field will give their fruit, and the land will yield its produce; My flock will be secure in their land. Then they will know that I am the LORD, when I have broken the bars of their yoke and delivered them from the hands that enslaved them. ...

Micah 4:4
And each man will sit under his own vine and under his own fig tree, with no one to frighten him. For the mouth of the LORD of Hosts has spoken.

Zechariah 3:10
On that day, declares the LORD of Hosts, you will each invite your neighbor to sit under your own vine and fig tree.’”

Leviticus 26:5-6
Your threshing will continue until the grape harvest, and the grape harvest will continue until sowing time; you will have your fill of food to eat and will dwell securely in your land. / And I will give peace to the land, and you will lie down with nothing to fear. I will rid the land of dangerous animals, and no sword will pass through your land.

Psalm 29:11
The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.

Jeremiah 33:16
In those days Judah will be saved, and Jerusalem will dwell securely, and this is the name by which it will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness.

Isaiah 11:6-9
The wolf will live with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat; the calf and young lion and fatling will be together, and a little child will lead them. / The cow will graze with the bear, their young will lie down together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox. / The infant will play by the cobra’s den, and the toddler will reach into the viper’s nest. ...

Isaiah 65:21-25
They will build houses and dwell in them; they will plant vineyards and eat their fruit. / No longer will they build houses for others to inhabit, nor plant for others to eat. For as is the lifetime of a tree, so will be the days of My people, and My chosen ones will fully enjoy the work of their hands. / They will not labor in vain or bear children doomed to disaster; for they will be a people blessed by the LORD—they and their descendants with them. ...

Matthew 11:28-30
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.

Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Hebrews 4:9-10
There remains, then, a Sabbath rest for the people of God. / For whoever enters God’s rest also rests from his own work, just as God did from His.

Revelation 21:3-4
And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying: “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man, and He will dwell with them. They will be His people, and God Himself will be with them as their God. / ‘He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,’ and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.”


Treasury of Scripture

And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places;

Isaiah 33:20-22
Look upon Zion, the city of our solemnities: thine eyes shall see Jerusalem a quiet habitation, a tabernacle that shall not be taken down; not one of the stakes thereof shall ever be removed, neither shall any of the cords thereof be broken…

Isaiah 35:9,10
No lion shall be there, nor any ravenous beast shall go up thereon, it shall not be found there; but the redeemed shall walk there: …

Isaiah 60:17,18
For brass I will bring gold, and for iron I will bring silver, and for wood brass, and for stones iron: I will also make thy officers peace, and thine exactors righteousness…

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Isaiah 32
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Then my people
The phrase "my people" refers to the covenant relationship between God and the Israelites. In Hebrew, "my people" is "עַמִּי" (ammi), which signifies possession and intimacy. This reflects God's enduring commitment to His chosen people, a theme that runs throughout the Old Testament. Historically, this relationship is rooted in the Abrahamic covenant, where God promised to make Abraham's descendants a great nation. In a broader Christian context, "my people" can also be seen as inclusive of all who are grafted into this covenant through faith in Christ, as discussed in Romans 11.

will dwell
The Hebrew word for "dwell" is "יָשַׁב" (yashab), which means to sit, remain, or inhabit. This word conveys a sense of permanence and stability. In the historical context of Isaiah, the Israelites often faced displacement due to invasions and exile. The promise of dwelling suggests a future hope of restoration and stability. For Christians, this can be seen as a foreshadowing of the eternal dwelling with God, as promised in Revelation 21:3, where God will dwell with His people forever.

in a peaceful place
The word "peaceful" comes from the Hebrew "שָׁלוֹם" (shalom), which encompasses not just the absence of conflict but a state of completeness, welfare, and tranquility. In the ancient Near Eastern context, peace was a rare and precious commodity, often disrupted by war and strife. The promise of a peaceful place is a profound assurance of God's protection and provision. For believers, this peace is ultimately found in Christ, who is called the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6), offering peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).

in safe
The term "safe" in Hebrew is "בֶּטַח" (betach), which implies security and confidence. This word suggests a freedom from fear and danger, a condition that was often elusive for the Israelites due to their geopolitical vulnerabilities. Theologically, this safety is a result of God's sovereign protection. In the New Testament, this concept is echoed in the assurance that nothing can separate believers from the love of God (Romans 8:38-39).

and secure places
"Secure" is translated from the Hebrew "מִבְטָח" (mivtach), meaning a place of refuge or trust. This word reinforces the idea of divine protection and reliability. In the historical context, cities with strong walls and fortifications were considered secure. Spiritually, this security is found in God's unchanging nature and His promises. For Christians, Jesus is the ultimate refuge, as He provides eternal security through His sacrifice and resurrection.

of rest
The Hebrew word for "rest" is "מְנוּחָה" (menuchah), which signifies a resting place or repose. This concept of rest is deeply embedded in the biblical narrative, from the Sabbath rest instituted in Genesis to the rest promised in the Promised Land. It symbolizes not only physical rest but also spiritual rest and fulfillment. In the New Testament, Jesus invites all who are weary to find rest in Him (Matthew 11:28-30), offering a spiritual rest that is both present and eschatological.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then my people
עַמִּ֖י (‘am·mî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

will dwell
וְיָשַׁ֥ב (wə·yā·šaḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

in a peaceful
שָׁל֑וֹם (šā·lō·wm)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace

place,
בִּנְוֵ֣ה (bin·wêh)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5116: Abode of shepherd or flocks, habitation

in safe
מִבְטַחִ֔ים (miḇ·ṭa·ḥîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4009: A refuge, security, assurance

and secure
שַׁאֲנַנּֽוֹת׃ (ša·’ă·nan·nō·wṯ)
Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 7600: Secure, haughty

places of rest.
וּבִמְנוּחֹ֖ת (ū·ḇim·nū·ḥōṯ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 4496: Repose, peacefully, consolation, an abode


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