Isaiah 43:22
But thou hast not called upon me, O Jacob; but thou hast been weary of me, O Israel.
Original Language Analysis
וְלֹא
H3808
וְלֹא
Strong's:
H3808
Word #:
1 of 8
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
אֹתִ֥י
H853
אֹתִ֥י
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
2 of 8
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
קָרָ֖אתָ
But thou hast not called
H7121
קָרָ֖אתָ
But thou hast not called
Strong's:
H7121
Word #:
3 of 8
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
כִּֽי
H3588
כִּֽי
Strong's:
H3588
Word #:
5 of 8
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
Cross References
Micah 6:3O my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? testify against me.Malachi 3:14Ye have said, It is vain to serve God: and what profit is it that we have kept his ordinance, and that we have walked mournfully before the LORD of hosts?Malachi 1:13Ye said also, Behold, what a weariness is it! and ye have snuffed at it, saith the LORD of hosts; and ye brought that which was torn, and the lame, and the sick; thus ye brought an offering: should I accept this of your hand? saith the LORD.Jeremiah 10:25Pour out thy fury upon the heathen that know thee not, and upon the families that call not on thy name: for they have eaten up Jacob, and devoured him, and consumed him, and have made his habitation desolate.
Historical Context
This exposes Israel's spiritual bankruptcy—despite extraordinary privileges and God's persistent mercies, they failed basic covenant obligations like prayer and worship. Ingratitude compounds their guilt.
Questions for Reflection
- How does prayerlessness reveal weariness with God in your own heart?
- What prevents you from calling upon the God who has done so much for you?
Related Resources
Explore related topics, people, and study resources to deepen your understanding of this passage.
Analysis & Commentary
The indictment shocks: 'But thou hast not called upon me, O Jacob; but thou hast been weary of me, O Israel.' Despite God's creating, redeeming, and sustaining, Israel failed to pray ('qara'—call upon) and grew weary ('yaga') of God. Neglect of prayer reveals heart coldness.