Isaiah 31:5

Isaiah 31:5 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

5Like birds hovering overhead,

the Lord Almighty will shield Jerusalem;

he will shield it and deliver it,

he will ‘pass over’ it and will rescue it.”

5Like 31:5 Or hoveringflying birds so the Lord of armies will protect Jerusalem.

He will protect and save it;

He will pass over and rescue it.

5Like flying birds so the Lord of hosts will protect Jerusalem.

He will protect and deliver it;

He will pass over and rescue it.

5Like flying birds, so will the Lord of hosts protect Jerusalem;

He will protect and save it,

He will pass over and rescue it.

5 Like birds hovering overhead,

so the Lord of Hosts will protect Jerusalem.

He will shield it and deliver it;

He will pass over it and preserve it.”

5Like a bird hovering over its nest, I will guard Jerusalem.

I will keep it safe.

I will ‘pass over’ it and save it.

I am the Lord who rules over all.”