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href="/bsb/isaiah/10.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/isaiah/10.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />And the remaining trees of his forests will be so few that a child could write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/isaiah/10.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Of all that glorious forest, only a few trees will survive— so few that a child could count them!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/isaiah/10.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The remnant of the trees of his forest will be so few that a child can write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/isaiah/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The remaining trees of its forests will be so few that a child could count them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/isaiah/10.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the rest of the trees of his forest shall be few, that a child may write them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/isaiah/10.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then the rest of the trees of his forest Will be so few in number That a child may write them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/isaiah/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And the rest of the trees of his forest will be so small in number That a child could write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/isaiah/10.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />And the rest of the trees of his forest will be so small in number That a child could write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/isaiah/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And the rest of the trees of his forest will be so small in number That a child could write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/isaiah/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And the rest of the trees of his forest will be so small in number That a child could write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/isaiah/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And the remaining trees of Assyria’s forest will be so few in number That a child could write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/isaiah/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The remaining trees of its forest will be so few in number that a child could count them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/isaiah/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The remaining trees of its forest will be so few in number that a child could count them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/isaiah/10.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the remnant of the trees of his forest shall be few, so that a child may write them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/isaiah/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />There will be so few trees that even a young child can count them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/isaiah/10.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the remnant of the trees of his forest shall be few, that a child may write them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/isaiah/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The trees that remain in the forest will be so few that a child could count them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/isaiah/10.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />There will be so few trees left that even a child will be able to count them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/isaiah/10.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />What survives of the trees in his forest will be so few that a child can count them." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/isaiah/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The remaining trees of its forests will be so few that a child could count them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/isaiah/10.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />There will be so few trees left in his forest, a child will be able to count them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/isaiah/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The remnant of the trees of his forest shall be few, so that a child could write their number.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/isaiah/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the rest of the trees of his forest shall be few, that a child may write them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/isaiah/10.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The remnant of the trees of his forest shall be few, so that a child could write their number. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/isaiah/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And the rest of the trees of his forest [are] few, "" And a youth writes them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/isaiah/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And the rest of the trees of his forest are few, And a youth doth write them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/isaiah/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the remainder of the wood of his forest shall be of number, and a boy shall write them.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/isaiah/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And they that remain of the trees of his forest shall be so few, that they shall easily be numbered, and a child shall write them down. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/isaiah/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And what remains of the trees of his forest will be so few, and so easily numbered, that even a child could write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/isaiah/10.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />And the remnant of the trees in his forest will be so few, that any child can record them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/isaiah/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The remnant of the trees of his forest will be so few that a child can write them down.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/isaiah/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the rest of the trees of his forest shall be so few that a child may write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/isaiah/10.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the remainder of the trees of his forest shall be few and a boy shall write them<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/isaiah/10.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And the remnant of the trees of his forest shall be few, That a child may write them down.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/isaiah/10.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And they that are left of them shall be a <i>small</i> number, and a child shall write them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/isaiah/10-19.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=2298" 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/10.htm">Judgment on Assyria</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">18</span>The splendor of its forests and orchards, both soul and body, it will completely destroy, as a sickness consumes a man. <span class="reftext">19</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7605.htm" title="7605: ū·šə·’ār (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- Rest, residue, remnant. From sha'ar; a remainder.">The remaining</a> <a href="/hebrew/6086.htm" title="6086: ‘êṣ (N-msc) -- Tree, trees, wood. From atsah; a tree; hence, wood.">trees</a> <a href="/hebrew/3293.htm" title="3293: ya‘·rōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- From an unused root probably meaning to thicken with verdure; a copse of bushes; hence, a forest; hence, honey in the comb.">of its forests</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: yih·yū (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">will be</a> <a href="/hebrew/4557.htm" title="4557: mis·pār (N-ms) -- Number, tally. From caphar; a number, definite or indefinite; also narration.">so few</a> <a href="/hebrew/5288.htm" title="5288: wə·na·‘ar (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- A boy, lad, youth, retainer. From na'ar; a boy, from the age of infancy to adolescence; by implication, a servant; also, a girl.">that a child</a> <a href="/hebrew/3789.htm" title="3789: yiḵ·tə·ḇêm (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms:: 3mp) -- To write. A primitive root; to grave, by implication, to write.">could count them.</a> </span><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="/isaiah/37-24.htm">Isaiah 37:24</a></span><br />Through your servants you have taunted the Lord, and you have said: “With my many chariots I have ascended to the heights of the mountains, to the remote peaks of Lebanon. I have cut down its tallest cedars, the finest of its cypresses. I have reached its farthest heights, the densest of its forests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/2-13.htm">Isaiah 2:13</a></span><br />against all the cedars of Lebanon, lofty and lifted up, against all the oaks of Bashan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/31-3.htm">Ezekiel 31:3-14</a></span><br />Look at Assyria, a cedar in Lebanon, with beautiful branches that shaded the forest. It towered on high; its top was among the clouds. / The waters made it grow; the deep springs made it tall, directing their streams all around its base and sending their channels to all the trees of the field. / Therefore it towered higher than all the trees of the field. Its branches multiplied, and its boughs grew long as it spread them out because of the abundant waters. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/14-8.htm">Isaiah 14:8</a></span><br />Even the cypresses and cedars of Lebanon exult over you: “Since you have been laid low, no woodcutter comes against us.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/32-19.htm">Isaiah 32:19</a></span><br />But hail will level the forest, and the city will sink to the depths.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/9-14.htm">Isaiah 9:14</a></span><br />So the LORD will cut off Israel’s head and tail, both palm branch and reed in a single day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/7-20.htm">Isaiah 7:20</a></span><br />On that day the Lord will use a razor hired from beyond the Euphrates—the king of Assyria—to shave your head and the hair of your legs, and to remove your beard as well.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/17-6.htm">Isaiah 17:6</a></span><br />Yet gleanings will remain, like an olive tree that has been beaten—two or three berries atop the tree, four or five on its fruitful branches,” declares the LORD, the God of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/6-13.htm">Isaiah 6:13</a></span><br />And though a tenth remains in the land, it will be burned again. As the terebinth and oak leave stumps when felled, so the holy seed will be a stump in the land.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/46-23.htm">Jeremiah 46:23</a></span><br />They will chop down her forest, declares the LORD, dense though it may be, for they are more numerous than locusts; they cannot be counted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/20-47.htm">Ezekiel 20:47</a></span><br />Say to the forest of the Negev: Hear the word of the LORD! This is what the Lord GOD says: I am about to ignite in you a fire, and it will devour all your trees, both green and dry. The blazing flame will not be quenched, and by it every face from south to north will be scorched.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/3-10.htm">Matthew 3:10</a></span><br />The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/3-9.htm">Luke 3:9</a></span><br />The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-19.htm">Matthew 7:19</a></span><br />Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/15-6.htm">John 15:6</a></span><br />If anyone does not remain in Me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers. Such branches are gathered up, thrown into the fire, and burned.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the rest of the trees of his forest shall be few, that a child may write them.</p><p class="hdg">few.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/37-36.htm">Isaiah 37:36</a></b></br> Then the angel of the LORD went forth, and smote in the camp of the Assyrians a hundred and fourscore and five thousand: and when they arose early in the morning, behold, they <i>were</i> all dead corpses.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Child</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-7.htm">Few</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-18.htm">Forest</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-18.htm">Forests</a> <a href="/psalms/76-10.htm">Remainder</a> <a href="/isaiah/4-3.htm">Remaining</a> <a href="/isaiah/1-9.htm">Remnant</a> <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/isaiah/7-13.htm">Small</a> <a href="/isaiah/9-10.htm">Trees</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-15.htm">Wood</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-1.htm">Write</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-1.htm">Writing</a> <a href="/isaiah/8-4.htm">Youth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/11-6.htm">Child</a> <a href="/isaiah/21-17.htm">Few</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-34.htm">Forest</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-34.htm">Forests</a> <a href="/isaiah/21-17.htm">Remainder</a> <a href="/jeremiah/8-3.htm">Remaining</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-20.htm">Remnant</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-21.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-22.htm">Small</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-33.htm">Trees</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-34.htm">Wood</a> <a href="/isaiah/30-8.htm">Write</a> <a href="/isaiah/29-11.htm">Writing</a> <a href="/isaiah/11-6.htm">Youth</a><div class="vheading2">Isaiah 10</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/isaiah/10-1.htm">The woe of tyrants</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/isaiah/10-5.htm">Assyria, the rod of hypocrites, for its pride shall be broken</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/isaiah/10-20.htm">A remnant of Israel shall be saved</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/isaiah/10-23.htm">Judah is comforted with promise of deliverance from Assyria</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/10.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/10.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The remaining trees of its forests</b><br>This phrase refers to the aftermath of God's judgment on Assyria, symbolizing the once-great power reduced to insignificance. In biblical context, trees often symbolize strength and prosperity (e.g., <a href="/psalms/1-3.htm">Psalm 1:3</a>). The forests of Assyria, representing its military might and resources, will be decimated. This imagery is consistent with the prophetic theme of divine retribution against nations that oppose God's people, as seen in other prophetic books like Jeremiah and Ezekiel.<p><b>will be so few</b><br>The emphasis here is on the drastic reduction of Assyria's power and resources. Historically, Assyria was a dominant empire known for its vast armies and wealth. The prophecy indicates a complete reversal of fortune, aligning with the biblical principle that pride and oppression lead to downfall (<a href="/proverbs/16-18.htm">Proverbs 16:18</a>). This serves as a warning to all nations and individuals about the consequences of arrogance and injustice.<p><b>that a child could count them</b><br>This hyperbolic expression underscores the extent of Assyria's downfall. In ancient cultures, children were often seen as lacking the capacity for complex tasks, so the imagery of a child counting the remaining trees highlights the ease with which the remnants can be numbered. This connects to the broader biblical theme of God using the weak and humble to confound the strong and wise (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-27.htm">1 Corinthians 1:27</a>). It also foreshadows the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom, where the seemingly insignificant will prevail through divine intervention.<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 is the author of the book that bears his name. He prophesied during the reigns of several kings of Judah and is known for his messages of judgment and hope.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/assyria.htm">Assyria</a></b><br>A dominant empire during Isaiah's time, known for its military prowess and conquests. Assyria is often depicted as an instrument of God's judgment against Israel and other nations.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/judah.htm">Judah</a></b><br>The southern kingdom of Israel, which Isaiah primarily addressed. Judah faced threats from surrounding nations, including Assyria.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_remnant.htm">The Remnant</a></b><br>A recurring theme in Isaiah, referring to the small group of Israelites who remain faithful to God and survive His judgments.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_forest.htm">The Forest</a></b><br>Symbolically represents the strength and multitude of a nation, in this context, Assyria. The imagery of a forest being reduced to a few trees signifies a drastic reduction in power and influence.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_over_nations.htm">God's Sovereignty Over Nations</a></b><br><a href="/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19</a> illustrates God's control over the rise and fall of empires. No nation is beyond His reach or judgment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_god's_judgment.htm">The Power of God's Judgment</a></b><br>The imagery of a forest reduced to a few trees serves as a stark reminder of the severity of God's judgment against pride and arrogance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_for_the_faithful_remnant.htm">Hope for the Faithful Remnant</a></b><br>Even in judgment, God preserves a remnant. This offers hope and assurance to those who remain faithful amidst trials.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_futility_of_human_pride.htm">The Futility of Human Pride</a></b><br>Assyria's downfall is a cautionary tale against pride and self-reliance. True security is found in humility and dependence on God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/counting_the_cost_of_disobedience.htm">Counting the Cost of Disobedience</a></b><br>The reduction of the forest to a countable number of trees symbolizes the consequences of turning away from God. It encourages self-examination and repentance.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_isaiah_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 10</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_are_gold,_frankincense,_myrrh_key.htm">Why are gold, frankincense, and myrrh significant?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_druid.htm">What defines a druid?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/was_child_sacrifice_widespread_in_israel.htm">Isaiah 57:5: Is there credible archaeological evidence that child sacrifice was widespread among Israelites, or is this an exaggerated polemic?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_jesus_fulfill_ot_prophecies.htm">How does Jesus fulfill Old Testament prophecies and teachings?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/isaiah/10.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(19) <span class= "bld">And the rest of the trees of his forest shall be few.</span>--To number the host of an army, to count killed and wounded after a battle, was commonly the work of the royal scribe, who appears so often as in that employment in Assyrian sculptures. Here the survivors (the "remnant" as before) were to be so few (literally, <span class= "ital">a number</span>) that even the boy who could hardly count but on his fingers would be skilled enough to number them.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/isaiah/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 19.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The rest of the trees</span>; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> these that escape the burning - shall be few; literally, <span class="accented">a number</span>; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> so few that their number shall be apparent. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/isaiah/10-19.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">The remaining</span><br /><span class="heb">וּשְׁאָ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(ū·šə·’ār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7605.htm">Strong's 7605: </a> </span><span class="str2">Rest, residue, remnant</span><br /><br /><span class="word">trees</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵ֛ץ</span> <span class="translit">(‘êṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6086.htm">Strong's 6086: </a> </span><span class="str2">Tree, trees, wood</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of its forests</span><br /><span class="heb">יַעְר֖וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ya‘·rōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3293.htm">Strong's 3293: </a> </span><span class="str2">A copse of bushes, a forest, honey in the comb</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will be</span><br /><span class="heb">יִֽהְי֑וּ</span> <span class="translit">(yih·yū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">so few</span><br /><span class="heb">מִסְפָּ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(mis·pār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4557.htm">Strong's 4557: </a> </span><span class="str2">A number, definite, indefinite, narration</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that a child</span><br /><span class="heb">וְנַ֖עַר</span> <span class="translit">(wə·na·‘ar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5288.htm">Strong's 5288: </a> </span><span class="str2">A boy, lad, youth, retainer</span><br /><br /><span class="word">could count them.</span><br /><span class="heb">יִכְתְּבֵֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(yiḵ·tə·ḇêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3789.htm">Strong's 3789: </a> </span><span class="str2">To grave, to write</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/isaiah/10-19.htm">Isaiah 10:19 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/isaiah/10-19.htm">OT Prophets: Isaiah 10:19 The remnant of the trees of his (Isa Isi Is)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/isaiah/10-18.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Isaiah 10:18"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Isaiah 10:18" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/isaiah/10-20.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Isaiah 10:20"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Isaiah 10:20" /></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>