Translations
Modern
The least of you will become a thousand, and the smallest a mighty nation. I am the LORD; in its time I will accomplish it quickly.
Traditional
A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation: I the Lord will hasten it in his time.
Literal
The little one will become as a thousand, and the smallest as a mighty nation; I am YHWH, and in its time I will hasten it!
Latin
Minimus erit in mille, et parvulus in gentem fortissimam. Ego Dominus in tempore ejus subito faciam istud.
Original
Hebrew
English
The least of you will become a thousand, and the smallest a mighty nation. I am the LORD; in its time I will accomplish it quickly.
Notes
I am the LORD: The Lord reveals himself as the covenant God of Israel. His identity guarantees he will fulfill his promises (see Isaiah 27:3–4).
Theme notes and profiles
Isaiah God’s Promised Kingdom God’s Servant Salvation in Isaiah The Holy One of Israel
Events
Glossary
Book of Revelation Isaiah, Book of New Creation, New Creature New Jerusalem
Topics
Church: Prophecies Concerning Prosperity of Gospel: Prophecies Relating To