Isaiah 42:3

Isaiah 42:3 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

3A bruised reed he will not break,
and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out.
In faithfulness he will bring forth justice;

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New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

3“A bent reed He will not break off
And a dimly burning wick He will not extinguish;
He will faithfully bring forth justice.

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New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

3A bruised reed He will not break
And a dimly burning wick He will not extinguish;
He will faithfully bring forth justice.

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Amplified Bible (AMP)

3“A broken reed He will not break [off]
And a dimly burning wick He will not extinguish [He will not harm those who are weak and suffering];
He will faithfully bring forth justice. [Matt 12:17-21]

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

3A bruised reed He will not break
and a smoldering wick He will not extinguish;
He will faithfully bring forth justice.

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New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

3He will not break a bent twig.
He will not put out a dimly burning flame.
He will be faithful and make everything right.

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