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and <i>every one</i> said to his brother, Be of good courage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/isaiah/41.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Everyone helped his neighbor, And said to his brother, “Be of good courage!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/isaiah/41.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Each one helps his neighbor And says to his brother, “Be strong!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/isaiah/41.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Each one helps his neighbor And says to his brother, &#8220Be strong!&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/isaiah/41.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Each one helps his neighbor, And says to his brother, “Be strong!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/isaiah/41.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Each one helps his neighbor And says to his brother, “Be strong!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/isaiah/41.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />They each help his neighbor And say to his brother [as he fashions his idols], “Be of good courage!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/isaiah/41.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Each one helps the other, and says to another, “Take courage! ”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/isaiah/41.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Each one helps the other, and says to another, &#8220Take courage!&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/isaiah/41.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />They help every one his neighbor; and every one saith to his brother, Be of good courage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/isaiah/41.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Worshipers of idols comfort each other, saying, "Don't worry!" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/isaiah/41.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />They helped every one his neighbour; and every one said to his brother, Be of good courage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/isaiah/41.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />People help their neighbors and say to their relatives, "Be brave!"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/isaiah/41.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The skilled workers help and encourage each other. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/isaiah/41.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Each helps his neighbor, saying to each other, 'Be strong!'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/isaiah/41.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Each one helps the other and says to his brother, ?Be strong!?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/isaiah/41.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They help one another; one says to the other, 'Be strong!' <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/isaiah/41.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Everyone helps his neighbor. They say to their brothers, "Be strong."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/isaiah/41.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />They helped every one his neighbor; and every one said to his brother, Be of good courage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/isaiah/41.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Everyone helps his neighbor. They say to their brothers, “Be strong!” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/isaiah/41.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />They each help his neighbor, "" And to his brother he says, “Be strong.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/isaiah/41.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Each his neighbour they help, And to his brother he saith, 'Be strong.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/isaiah/41.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />They will help a man his neighbor, and he will say to his brother, Be strong.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/isaiah/41.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Every one shall help his neighbour, and shall say to his brother: Be of good courage. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/isaiah/41.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Each one will help his neighbor and will say to his brother, “Be strengthened.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/isaiah/41.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Each one helps his neighbor, one says to the other, “Courage!” <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/isaiah/41.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Each one helps the other, saying to one another, “Take courage!”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/isaiah/41.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />They helped every one his neighbor; and every one said to his brother, Be of good courage.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/isaiah/41.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And they help, each man, his neighbor, and to his brother he said, “Be strong!”<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/isaiah/41.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />They helped every one his neighbour; And every one said to his brother: 'Be of good courage.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/isaiah/41.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />every one judging for his neighbor and <i>that</i> to assist his brother: and one will say,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/isaiah/41-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xv9bHT-nr9s?start=8822" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/isaiah/41.htm">God's Help to Israel</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>The islands see and fear; the ends of the earth tremble. They approach and come forward. <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: ’îš (N-ms) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">Each one</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5826.htm" title="5826: ya‘·zō·rū (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp) -- To help, succor. A primitive root; to surround, i.e. Protect or aid.">helps</a> <a href="/hebrew/7453.htm" title="7453: rê·‘ê·hū (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Friend, companion, fellow. Or reya2; from ra'ah; an associate.">the other</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: yō·mar (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">and says</a> <a href="/hebrew/251.htm" title="251: ū·lə·’ā·ḥîw (Conj-w, Prep-l:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- A brother. A primitive word; a brother (like 'ab).">to his brother,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2388.htm" title="2388: ḥă·zāq (V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- A primitive root; to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong, obstinate; to bind, restrain, conquer.">“Be strong!”</a> </span><span class="reftext">7</span>The craftsman encourages the goldsmith, and he who wields the hammer cheers him who strikes the anvil, saying of the welding, “It is good.” He nails it down so it will not be toppled.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/17-12.htm">Exodus 17:12</a></span><br />When Moses’ hands grew heavy, they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it. Then Aaron and Hur held his hands up, one on each side, so that his hands remained steady until the sun went down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-11.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:11</a></span><br />Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-24.htm">Hebrews 10:24-25</a></span><br />And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds. / Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/4-9.htm">Ecclesiastes 4:9-12</a></span><br />Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. / For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up! / Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm; but how can one keep warm alone? ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-2.htm">Romans 15:2</a></span><br />Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-25.htm">1 Corinthians 12:25-26</a></span><br />so that there should be no division in the body, but that its members should have mutual concern for one another. / If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-2.htm">Galatians 6:2</a></span><br />Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/2-3.htm">Philippians 2:3-4</a></span><br />Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. / Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-29.htm">Ephesians 4:29</a></span><br />Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-4.htm">2 Corinthians 1:4</a></span><br />who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/4-10.htm">1 Peter 4:10</a></span><br />As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/27-17.htm">Proverbs 27:17</a></span><br />As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/23-16.htm">1 Samuel 23:16</a></span><br />And Saul’s son Jonathan came to David in Horesh and strengthened his hand in God,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/4-3.htm">Job 4:3-4</a></span><br />Surely you have instructed many, and have strengthened their feeble hands. / Your words have steadied those who stumbled; you have braced the knees that were buckling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/2-18.htm">Nehemiah 2:18</a></span><br />I also told them about the gracious hand of my God upon me, and what the king had said to me. “Let us start rebuilding,” they replied, and they set their hands to this good work.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">They helped every one his neighbor; and every one said to his brother, Be of good courage.</p><p class="hdg">helped</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/40-19.htm">Isaiah 40:19</a></b></br> The workman melteth a graven image, and the goldsmith spreadeth it over with gold, and casteth silver chains.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/44-12.htm">Isaiah 44:12</a></b></br> The smith with the tongs both worketh in the coals, and fashioneth it with hammers, and worketh it with the strength of his arms: yea, he is hungry, and his strength faileth: he drinketh no water, and is faint.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/4-7.htm">1 Samuel 4:7-9</a></b></br> And the Philistines were afraid, for they said, God is come into the camp. And they said, Woe unto us! for there hath not been such a thing heretofore… </p><p class="hdg">of good courage.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/35-4.htm">Isaiah 35:4</a></b></br> Say to them <i>that are</i> of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not: behold, your God will come <i>with</i> vengeance, <i>even</i> God <i>with</i> a recompence; he will come and save you.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joel/3-9.htm">Joel 3:9-11</a></b></br> Proclaim ye this among the Gentiles; Prepare war, wake up the mighty men, let all the men of war draw near; let them come up: … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/isaiah/35-4.htm">Courage</a> <a href="/isaiah/40-9.htm">Good</a> <a href="/isaiah/40-11.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/isaiah/38-13.htm">Help</a> <a href="/isaiah/31-3.htm">Helped</a> <a href="/isaiah/31-3.htm">Helps</a> <a href="/isaiah/19-2.htm">Neighbor</a> <a href="/isaiah/19-2.htm">Neighbour</a> <a href="/isaiah/40-29.htm">Strong</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jeremiah/4-9.htm">Courage</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-7.htm">Good</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-7.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Help</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Helped</a> <a href="/isaiah/50-7.htm">Helps</a> <a href="/jeremiah/6-21.htm">Neighbor</a> <a href="/jeremiah/5-8.htm">Neighbour</a> <a href="/isaiah/41-21.htm">Strong</a><div class="vheading2">Isaiah 41</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/isaiah/41-1.htm">God expostulates with his people, about his mercies to the church.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">About his promises</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/isaiah/41-21.htm">And about the vanity of idols.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/isaiah/41.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/isaiah/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/isaiah/41.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Each one helps the other</b><br>This phrase highlights the communal aspect of human relationships, emphasizing mutual support and cooperation. In the context of Isaiah, this reflects the unity among the people in the face of adversity. Historically, the Israelites often faced external threats, and their survival depended on collective strength and encouragement. This idea of mutual support is echoed in <a href="/ecclesiastes/4-9.htm">Ecclesiastes 4:9-10</a>, which speaks of the benefits of companionship and helping one another. The principle of helping one another is also seen in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to bear one another's burdens (<a href="/galatians/6-2.htm">Galatians 6:2</a>).<p><b>and says to his brother,</b><br>The use of "brother" signifies a close relationship, not necessarily by blood, but by shared identity and purpose. In ancient Israel, the term "brother" often extended to fellow Israelites, emphasizing solidarity and kinship. This reflects the covenant community's responsibility to support one another, as seen in <a href="/leviticus/19-18.htm">Leviticus 19:18</a>, which commands love for one's neighbor. The concept of brotherhood is further expanded in the New Testament, where all believers are considered brothers and sisters in Christ (<a href="/romans/12-10.htm">Romans 12:10</a>).<p><b>“Be strong!”</b><br>This exhortation to "be strong" is a common biblical encouragement, often given in times of fear or uncertainty. It is reminiscent of God's words to Joshua (<a href="/joshua/1-6.htm">Joshua 1:6-9</a>) as he prepared to lead Israel into the Promised Land. The call to strength is not merely physical but also spiritual, relying on God's presence and promises. In Isaiah's context, it reassures the people of God's support against their enemies. This encouragement is fulfilled in Christ, who strengthens believers (<a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a>) and promises His presence with them always (<a href="/matthew/28-20.htm">Matthew 28:20</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/i/isaiah.htm">Isaiah</a></b><br>A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah's ministry spanned the reigns of several kings of Judah. He is known for his prophecies concerning the coming of the Messiah and the salvation of the Lord.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom Isaiah is primarily addressing his prophecies. At this time, Israel is facing threats from surrounding nations and is in need of encouragement and reassurance of God's protection.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_nations.htm">The Nations</a></b><br>In the broader context of <a href="/bsb/isaiah/41.htm">Isaiah 41</a>, the nations are those who are opposed to Israel and are often depicted as idolaters. They are contrasted with the people of God who are called to trust in the Lord.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/god's_servant.htm">God's Servant</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the concept of God's servant is a recurring theme in Isaiah, representing those who are chosen by God to fulfill His purposes.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/encouragement.htm">Encouragement</a></b><br>The act of encouraging one another is central to this verse, highlighting the importance of community and mutual support among God's people.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_community.htm">The Power of Community</a></b><br>Believers are called to support and encourage one another, especially in times of trial. This mutual encouragement strengthens the community and reflects God's love.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/strength_in_unity.htm">Strength in Unity</a></b><br>Just as the people in Isaiah's time were encouraged to be strong, Christians today are reminded that unity and collective strength are vital in facing challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_over_fear.htm">Faith Over Fear</a></b><br>Encouragement among believers helps to combat fear and doubt, fostering a community that relies on faith in God's promises.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_encouragement.htm">Role of Encouragement</a></b><br>Every believer has a role in uplifting others. This is not just a suggestion but a command to actively participate in the spiritual growth and well-being of the community.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Trust in God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>The encouragement to "be strong" is rooted in the understanding that God is sovereign and in control, providing a foundation for confidence and hope.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_isaiah_41.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 41</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_faith_strengthen_us_in_hardship.htm">How can faith provide strength in challenging times?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_show_love_via_charity.htm">How can you show love through acts of charity?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_joseph_rise_quickly_in_egypt.htm">How do we reconcile Joseph's rapid political ascent with known Egyptian social and dynastic structures (Genesis 45)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_coveting.htm">What does the Bible say about not being afraid?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/isaiah/41.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) <span class= "bld">Be of good courage.</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">Be strong: i.e., </span>work vigorously.<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/isaiah/41-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Each one</span><br /><span class="heb">אִ֥ישׁ</span> <span class="translit">(’îš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> </span><span class="str2">A man as an individual, a male person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">helps</span><br /><span class="heb">יַעְזֹ֑רוּ</span> <span class="translit">(ya‘·zō·rū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5826.htm">Strong's 5826: </a> </span><span class="str2">To surround, protect, aid</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the other,</span><br /><span class="heb">רֵעֵ֖הוּ</span> <span class="translit">(rê·‘ê·hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7453.htm">Strong's 7453: </a> </span><span class="str2">Friend, companion, fellow</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and says</span><br /><span class="heb">יֹאמַ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(yō·mar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to his brother,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּלְאָחִ֖יו</span> <span class="translit">(ū·lə·’ā·ḥîw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_251.htm">Strong's 251: </a> </span><span class="str2">A brother, )</span><br /><br /><span class="word">“Be strong!”</span><br /><span class="heb">חֲזָֽק׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥă·zāq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2388.htm">Strong's 2388: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/isaiah/41-6.htm">OT Prophets: Isaiah 41:6 Everyone helps his neighbor (Isa Isi Is)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/isaiah/41-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Isaiah 41:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Isaiah 41:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/isaiah/41-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Isaiah 41:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Isaiah 41:7" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>