Isaiah 31:5

As birds flying, so will the LORD of hosts defend Jerusalem; defending also he will deliver it; and passing over he will preserve it.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Isaiah 31:5

BSB
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."
AKJV
As birds flying, so will the LORD of hosts defend Jerusalem; defending also he will deliver it; and passing over he will preserve it.
CPDV
Like birds flying, so will the Lord of hosts protect Jerusalem, protecting and freeing, passing over and saving.
ERV
As birds flying, so will the LORD of hosts protect Jerusalem; he will protect and deliver it, he will pass over and preserve it.
NHEB
As birds hovering, so the LORD of hosts will protect Jerusalem. He will protect and deliver it. He will pass over and preserve it."
SMT
Its birds flying, so will Jehovah of armies cover over Jerusalem, covering and he delivered; and passing over he saved.

Commentary for Isaiah 31:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Isaiah 31:5
Summary
Divine protection hovers over city preserving
Place
Jerusalem
Event
God shields and preserves city
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Promise