Isaiah 45:6
New International Version
so that from the rising of the sun to the place of its setting people may know there is none besides me. I am the LORD, and there is no other.

New Living Translation
so all the world from east to west will know there is no other God. I am the LORD, and there is no other.

English Standard Version
that people may know, from the rising of the sun and from the west, that there is none besides me; I am the LORD, and there is no other.

Berean Standard Bible
so that all may know, from where the sun rises to where it sets, that there is none but Me; I am the LORD, and there is no other.

King James Bible
That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none beside me. I am the LORD, and there is none else.

New King James Version
That they may know from the rising of the sun to its setting That there is none besides Me. I am the LORD, and there is no other;

New American Standard Bible
So that people may know from the rising to the setting of the sun That there is no one besides Me. I am the LORD, and there is no one else,

NASB 1995
That men may know from the rising to the setting of the sun That there is no one besides Me. I am the LORD, and there is no other,

NASB 1977
That men may know from the rising to the setting of the sun That there is no one besides Me. I am the LORD, and there is no other,

Legacy Standard Bible
That they may know from the rising to the setting of the sun That there is no one besides Me. I am Yahweh, and there is no other,

Amplified Bible
That people may know from the rising to the setting of the sun [the world over] That there is no one except Me. I am the LORD, and there is no other,

Christian Standard Bible
so that all may know from the rising of the sun to its setting that there is no one but me. I am the LORD, and there is no other.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
so that all may know from the rising of the sun to its setting that there is no one but Me. I am Yahweh, and there is no other.

American Standard Version
that they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none besides me: I am Jehovah, and there is none else.

Contemporary English Version
Now everyone from east to west will learn that I am the LORD. No other gods are real.

English Revised Version
that they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none beside me: I am the LORD, and there is none else.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
so that from the east to the west people will know that there is no God except me. I am the LORD, and there is no other.

Good News Translation
I do this so that everyone from one end of the world to the other may know that I am the LORD and that there is no other god.

International Standard Version
so that from the sun's rising to the west people may know that there is none besides me. "I am the LORD, and there is no other."

Majority Standard Bible
so that all may know, from where the sun rises to where it sets, that there is none but Me; I am the LORD, and there is no other.

NET Bible
I do this so people will recognize from east to west that there is no God but me; I am the LORD, I have no peer.

New Heart English Bible
that they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none besides me. I am the LORD, and there is no one else.

Webster's Bible Translation
That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none besides me. I am the LORD, and there is none else.

World English Bible
that they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is no one besides me. I am Yahweh, and there is no one else.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
So that they know from the rising of the sun, "" And from the west, that there is none besides Me, "" I [am] YHWH, and there is none else,

Young's Literal Translation
So that they know from the rising of the sun, And from the west, that there is none besides Me, I am Jehovah, and there is none else,

Smith's Literal Translation
So that they shall know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that none besides me. I am Jehovah, and none yet.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
That they may know who are from the rising of the sun, and they who are from the west, that there is none besides me. I am the Lord, and there is none else:

Catholic Public Domain Version
So may those who are from the rising of the sun, and those who are from its setting, know that there is no one beside me. I am the Lord, and there is no other.

New American Bible
so that all may know, from the rising of the sun to its setting, that there is none besides me. I am the LORD, there is no other.

New Revised Standard Version
so that they may know, from the rising of the sun and from the west, that there is no one besides me; I am the LORD, and there is no other.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
That they may know from the rising of the sun and from the west that there is none besides me; I am the LORD, and there is none else.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
That they may know from the dawning of the sun and from its setting, there is none outside of me. I AM LORD JEHOVAH and there is nothing more
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, That there is none beside Me; I am the LORD; and there is none else;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
That they that come from the east and they that come from the west may know that there is no God but me. I am the Lord God, and there is none beside.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
God Calls Cyrus
5I am the LORD, and there is no other; there is no God but Me. I will equip you for battle, though you have not known Me, 6so that all may know, from where the sun rises to where it sets, that there is none but Me; I am the LORD, and there is no other. 7I form the light and create the darkness; I bring prosperity and create calamity. I, the LORD, do all these things.…

Cross References
Deuteronomy 4:35
You were shown these things so that you would know that the LORD is God; there is no other besides Him.

Deuteronomy 32:39
See now that I am He; there is no God besides Me. I bring death and I give life; I wound and I heal, and there is no one who can deliver from My hand.

1 Kings 8:60
so that all the peoples of the earth may know that the LORD is God. There is no other!

Psalm 86:10
For You are great and perform wonders; You alone are God.

Psalm 83:18
May they know that You alone, whose name is the LORD, are Most High over all the earth.

Isaiah 44:6
Thus says the LORD, the King and Redeemer of Israel, the LORD of Hosts: “I am the first and I am the last, and there is no God but Me.

Isaiah 46:9
Remember what happened long ago, for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me.

Isaiah 43:10-11
“You are My witnesses,” declares the LORD, “and My servant whom I have chosen, so that you may consider and believe Me and understand that I am He. Before Me no god was formed, and after Me none will come. / I, yes I, am the LORD, and there is no Savior but Me.

Isaiah 42:8
I am the LORD; that is My name! I will not yield My glory to another or My praise to idols.

Hosea 13:4
Yet I am the LORD your God ever since the land of Egypt; you know no God but Me, for there is no Savior besides Me.

Joel 2:27
Then you will know that I am present in Israel and that I am the LORD your God, and there is no other. My people will never again be put to shame.

Zechariah 14:9
On that day the LORD will become King over all the earth—the LORD alone, and His name alone.

John 17:3
Now this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom You have sent.

John 14:6
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.

John 10:30
I and the Father are one.”


Treasury of Scripture

That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none beside me. I am the LORD, and there is none else.

Isaiah 37:20
Now therefore, O LORD our God, save us from his hand, that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that thou art the LORD, even thou only.

1 Samuel 17:46,47
This day will the LORD deliver thee into mine hand; and I will smite thee, and take thine head from thee; and I will give the carcases of the host of the Philistines this day unto the fowls of the air, and to the wild beasts of the earth; that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel…

Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

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Isaiah 45
1. God calls Cyrus for his church's sake
5. By his omnipotence he challenges obedience
20. He convinces the idols of vanity by his saving power














so that all may know
This phrase emphasizes God's desire for universal recognition of His sovereignty. It reflects the biblical theme of God's revelation to all nations, not just Israel. This aligns with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19, where Jesus commands His disciples to make disciples of all nations. The phrase underscores God's intention for His glory and power to be acknowledged worldwide, fulfilling the promise to Abraham that all nations would be blessed through his descendants (Genesis 12:3).

from where the sun rises to where it sets
This expression signifies the entirety of the earth, from east to west. It highlights the universality of God's dominion and echoes Psalm 113:3, which states, "From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the LORD is to be praised." The phrase suggests that God's authority and presence are not confined to a specific location but encompass the whole world. It also foreshadows the global spread of the Gospel, as seen in Acts 1:8, where Jesus tells His disciples they will be His witnesses "to the ends of the earth."

that there is none but Me
This declaration affirms the monotheistic belief central to the faith of Israel. It stands in contrast to the polytheistic cultures surrounding Israel, such as the Babylonians and Egyptians, who worshipped multiple gods. This statement is a direct challenge to idolatry and emphasizes the uniqueness and exclusivity of the God of Israel. It is echoed in Deuteronomy 6:4, the Shema, which declares, "Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one."

I am the LORD
The use of "LORD" in all capitals indicates the divine name YHWH, which is considered sacred and signifies God's eternal, self-existent nature. This name was revealed to Moses in Exodus 3:14, where God says, "I AM WHO I AM." It conveys God's unchanging character and His covenant relationship with His people. The declaration "I am the LORD" serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and His role as the ultimate authority and ruler.

and there is no other
This phrase reinforces the exclusivity of God, emphasizing that He alone is worthy of worship and allegiance. It serves as a polemic against the false gods of the nations and underscores the futility of idolatry. This assertion is a recurring theme in Isaiah, as seen in Isaiah 44:6, where God declares, "I am the first and I am the last; besides me there is no god." It points to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ, who is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6), and through whom the fullness of God's revelation is made known.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah is the author of the book that bears his name. He prophesied during the reigns of several kings of Judah and is known for his messages of both judgment and hope.

2. Cyrus
Although not mentioned directly in this verse, Cyrus the Great, the Persian king, is a key figure in Isaiah 45. God uses Cyrus as an instrument to fulfill His purposes, demonstrating His sovereignty over nations.

3. Israel
The nation of Israel is the primary audience of Isaiah's prophecies. This verse reassures them of God's unique sovereignty and His plan for their redemption.

4. The LORD (Yahweh)
The central figure in this verse, Yahweh declares His exclusive divinity and sovereignty over all creation.

5. The World
The phrase "from where the sun rises to where it sets" indicates the entire world, emphasizing the universal recognition of God's sovereignty.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereignty
Recognize that God is sovereign over all creation. His authority extends from the east to the west, symbolizing His control over the entire world.

Exclusive Divinity
Understand that there is no other god besides the LORD. This exclusivity calls for undivided worship and allegiance to Him alone.

Universal Recognition
Reflect on the call for all people, regardless of location, to acknowledge God's sovereignty. This is a reminder of the global mission to make His name known.

God's Purpose in History
Consider how God uses individuals and nations to accomplish His purposes, as seen in His use of Cyrus. Trust in His divine plan, even when it involves unexpected means.

Personal Worship and Witness
Apply the truth of God's sovereignty in personal worship and in witnessing to others. Let this knowledge inspire confidence and boldness in sharing the gospel.Verse 6. - That they may know from the rising of the sun. Here we have the third motive of the Divine action respecting Cyrus. The attention of all the world from the extreme east to the extreme west, would be drawn by the wonderful occurrences. Jehovah's hand in them would be perceived, and his sole Godhead would obtain acknowledgment. An impulse was doubtless given to monotheism by the victories of Cyrus and the favour which he showed the Jews; but it cannot be said to have been very marked. Idolatry and polytheism were to a certain extent discredited; but they maintained their ground nevertheless. It was not till the true "Anointed One" appeared - the antitype of whom Cyrus was the type - that the idols were "utterly abolished."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
so that
לְמַ֣עַן (lə·ma·‘an)
Conjunction
Strong's 4616: Purpose -- intent

all may know,
יֵדְע֗וּ (yê·ḏə·‘ū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 3045: To know

from the rising
מִמִּזְרַח־ (mim·miz·raḥ-)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4217: Place of sunrise, the east

of the sun
שֶׁ֙מֶשׁ֙ (še·meš)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 8121: The sun, the east, a ray, a notched battlement

to the place of its setting,
וּמִמַּ֣עֲרָבָ֔הּ (ū·mim·ma·‘ă·rā·ḇāh)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 4628: The west

that
כִּי־ (kî-)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

there is none
אֶ֖פֶס (’e·p̄es)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 657: Cessation, an end, no further, the ankle, foot

but Me.
בִּלְעָדָ֑י (bil·‘ā·ḏāy)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 1107: Apart from, except, without

I
אֲנִ֥י (’ă·nî)
Pronoun - first person common singular
Strong's 589: I

am the LORD,
יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and there is no
וְאֵ֥ין (wə·’ên)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb
Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle

other.
עֽוֹד׃ (‘ō·wḏ)
Adverb
Strong's 5750: Iteration, continuance, again, repeatedly, still, more


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