Isaiah 38:17

French Bible (BBB) Bible Bovet Bonnet (1900)

Voilà, l'amertume, l'amertume, a été mon salut; ton amour a retiré mon âme de la fosse du néant; car tu as jeté tous mes péchés derrière ton dos.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, King Hezekiah is speaking to God, expressing that he experienced great pain but God saved him with love. He also mentions that God has forgiven his sins and cast them away.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a big frown because you did something wrong, but your friend comes and gives you a big hug and says, 'I forgive you, and I won't even think about the mistake anymore.' That's kind of what this verse is saying about God's love for Hezekiah.

Historical Background

Isaiah 38 was written by the prophet Isaiah around 701 BCE. The verse reflects King Hezekiah's experience of being sick and near death, but being healed and delivered by God's love.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you are going through a tough time and feeling very sad or guilty. This verse reminds you that God's love can turn your sadness into peace and forgiveness, just like Hezekiah's experience.

Topics

• love
• forgiveness
• deliverance
• peace
• salvation
• faith

Related Verses

• Psalms 103:12
• Micah 7:18-19
• Jeremiah 31:34
• Romans 8:1
• 2 Corinthians 5:17

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Isaiah 38:17?

King Hezekiah is speaking to God, expressing his gratitude and relief after being healed.

What does it mean to have 'great bitterness'?

It means to experience significant pain or sorrow, often because of one's own actions or circumstances.

What does 'cast all my sins behind thy back' mean?

It means that God completely forgets and removes all the sins of the person, signifying complete forgiveness and a fresh start.

How does this verse show God's love?

This verse shows God's love through His act of delivering Hezekiah from a difficult situation and forgiving his sins, giving him peace and a renewed hope.