Isaiah Chapter 43 · Verse 7
Even every one that is called by my name: for I have created him for my glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him.
Original Language Analysis
כֹּ֚ל
Even every one
H3605
כֹּ֚ל
Even every one
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
1 of 8
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
הַנִּקְרָ֣א
that is called
H7121
הַנִּקְרָ֣א
that is called
Strong's:
H7121
Word #:
2 of 8
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
בִשְׁמִ֔י
by my name
H8034
בִשְׁמִ֔י
by my name
Strong's:
H8034
Word #:
3 of 8
an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character
וְלִכְבוֹדִ֖י
him for my glory
H3519
וְלִכְבוֹדִ֖י
him for my glory
Strong's:
H3519
Word #:
4 of 8
properly, weight, but only figuratively in a good sense, splendor or copiousness
בְּרָאתִ֑יו
for I have created
H1254
בְּרָאתִ֑יו
for I have created
Strong's:
H1254
Word #:
5 of 8
(absolutely) to create; (qualified) to cut down (a wood), select, feed (as formative processes)
יְצַרְתִּ֖יו
I have formed
H3335
יְצַרְתִּ֖יו
I have formed
Strong's:
H3335
Word #:
6 of 8
to mould into a form; especially as a potter; figuratively, to determine (i.e., form a resolution)
Cross References
Ephesians 2:10For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.Isaiah 43:21This people have I formed for myself; they shall shew forth my praise.Ephesians 1:12That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ.Romans 9:23And that he might make known the riches of his glory on the vessels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory,1 Peter 2:9But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:John 15:8Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples.Isaiah 48:11For mine own sake, even for mine own sake, will I do it: for how should my name be polluted? and I will not give my glory unto another.Isaiah 43:1But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.Isaiah 56:5Even unto them will I give in mine house and within my walls a place and a name better than of sons and of daughters: I will give them an everlasting name, that shall not be cut off.Psalms 100:3Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
Historical Context
This establishes Israel's purpose: existing for God's glory. Their creation wasn't random or purposeless but intentionally designed to display God's character and works to the world.
Questions for Reflection
- How does living for God's glory reorient your understanding of life's purpose?
- What does it mean to bear God's name and represent His character?
Analysis & Commentary
Those gathered are 'called by my name'—bearing God's identity and reputation. The threefold declaration—'I have created him for my glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him'—emphasizes God's purposeful work. The Hebrew 'bara,' 'yatsar,' and 'asah' (three different creation verbs) stress comprehensive divine action for His glory.