Isaiah 42:21

Isaiah 42:21 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

21It pleased the Lord

for the sake of his righteousness

to make his law great and glorious.

21The Lord was pleased for His righteousness’ sake

To make the Law great and glorious.

21The Lord was pleased for His righteousness’ sake

To make the law great and glorious.

21The Lord was pleased for His righteousness’ sake

To make the law great and prove to be glorious.

21The Lord was pleased, for the sake of His righteousness,

to magnify His law and make it glorious.

21The Lord wanted his people to see

how great and glorious his law is.

He wanted to show them

that he always does what is right.