For this is as the waters of Noah unto me: for as I have sworn that the waters of Noah should no more go over the earth; so have I sworn that I would not be wroth with thee, nor rebuke thee.
This is like the waters of Noah's flood to me: just as I promised that Noah's floodwaters would never again cover the earth, so I have promised that I will not be angry with you or scold you.
God is making an unbreakable promise that just like He swore never to flood the earth again after Noah, He swears He will never be angry with His people again.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Isaiah's prophecy to the exiled people of Israel, likely written during or after the Babylonian captivity (6th century BC). God is comparing His covenant promise to Israel with the covenant He made with Noah after the flood, when He promised never to destroy the earth by water again and gave the rainbow as a sign.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.