Isaiah 8:12

8:12 “Do not say, ‘Conspiracy,’ every time these people say the word. ¹ 

Don’t be afraid of what scares them; don’t be terrified.

Isaiah 12:4

12:4 At that time ²  you will say:

“Praise the Lord!

Ask him for help! ³ 

Publicize his mighty acts among the nations!

Make it known that he is unique! ⁴ 

[8:12]  ¹ tn Heb “Do not say, ‘Conspiracy,’ with respect to all which these people say, ‘Conspiracy.’” The verb translated “do not say” is second masculine plural, indicating that this exhortation is directed to Isaiah and other followers of the Lord (see v. 16).

[12:4]  ² tn Or “in that day” (KJV).

[12:4]  ³ tn Heb “call in his name,” i.e., “invoke his name.”

[12:4]  ⁴ tn Heb “bring to remembrance that his name is exalted.” The Lord’s “name” stands here for his character and reputation.