Isaiah 38:10
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
10 In the noontime of life[a] I said,
I must depart!
To the gates of Sheol I have been consigned
for the rest of my years.(A)
Isaiah 38:11
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
11 I said, I shall see the Lord[a] no more
in the land of the living.
Nor look on any mortals
among those who dwell in the world.
Footnotes
- 38:11 See the Lord: go to the Temple and take part in its service.
Isaiah 38:12
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
12 My dwelling, like a shepherd’s tent,
is struck down and borne away from me;
You have folded up my life, like a weaver
who severs me from the last thread.[a](A)
From morning to night you make an end of me;
Footnotes
- 38:12 These two metaphors emphasize the suddenness and finality of death.
Isaiah 38:16
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
16 Those live whom the Lord protects;
yours is the life of my spirit.
You have given me health and restored my life!
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