Unlock the most powerful prophecies of the Old Testament with unprecedented clarity.

The Book of Isaiah contains some of the most profound and essential prophecies in scripture. Yet, many readers find it intimidating. Its complex language, sudden shifts in speakers, and dense poetic structures can often make it feel like a closed book.

In A New Translation of Isaiah: Based on Ancient Scrolls and Texts, renowned Dead Sea Scrolls scholar Dr. Donald W. Parry merges decades of academic expertise with Restoration insights to clear away centuries of confusion. As a long-time member of the international Dead Sea Scrolls translation team and Professor of the Hebrew Bible, Dr. Parry provides a groundbreaking, accessible format that invites every reader to finally understand Isaiah’s message without losing the richness of the original text.

What Makes This Translation Unique?

Ancient Hebrew Insights: Incorporates vital textual readings from ancient Hebrew scrolls and medieval manuscripts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls, to bring you closer to the original writings.

Restoration Scripture Integration: Seamlessly utilizes insights from the Book of Mormon and the Joseph Smith Translation to expand, clarify, and harmonize Isaiah's teachings for Latter-day Saint readers.

Poetic Structure Restored: Visually formats the text into clear poetic parallelisms, making Isaiah’s ancient literary logic and prophetic message visually intuitive and easier to follow.

Multiple Voices Identified: Explicitly highlights approximately sixty distinct speakers throughout the text, transforming what often reads as a confusing monologue into a clear, meaningful dialogue.

Accessible Modern English: Replaces archaic and outdated expressions with readable, contemporary English while carefully preserving the beauty, depth, and sacred nature of the original Hebrew text.

Whether you are a lifelong student of the scriptures, a Gospel Doctrine teacher, or someone reading the Old Testament for the very first time, A New Translation of Isaiah is more than just a translation—it is an essential study tool.

Deepen your scripture study and engage more fully with the words of Isaiah today.