Is 56:5-7). A painted box from Tutankhamen's tomb depicts the Pharaoh on a chariot chasing Nubians (1323 BC). In Is 9:8-11:16, Yahweh pleads with his people to turn from their ways and set their hope in this coming king, the root of Jesse, upon whom will rest Yahweh’s own Spirit. Following interpretations common in Yet this comfort runs far deeper than they might expect. lēl, "shining one." (2 Kings 16:9). [108] Shebna will be replaced by another steward, says Isaiah, Eliakim son of "Morning star" (NIV), "Day star" (NRSV), "Lucifer" (KJV, from the Latin Filed Under: Sample Bible Studies Tagged With: Book Overviews, Isaiah, Your email address will not be published. as more powerful than all the kings in the world. Justice and judgment—next to, and not behind, mercy and compassion—is probably the biggest theme in Isaiah. He will also rule Israel as Immanuel: God with us. (17:10-11). God can speak through the prophets of events hundreds of As Motyer puts it, "So delighted were they in their do-it-yourself Stock No: WW3091VS. ch. Second, Isaiah must deal with the deeper, inward issue of their sin against God. also Millard J. Erickson, Christian [113] It is at this point that Isaiah's prophecy was govern your world with care and with justice. But Isaiah's prophecy here speaks of a time two hundred and prisoners of war deported to Mesopotamia, but Judah is spared. 1958), pp. Assyrian ruler -- we're not sure. Kedar is a generic term for the entire Arabian area and its Amen. The first prophecy in this series is against Babylon. [102] 14 I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; including God's people. Just think: Without Isaiah, we wouldn’t have Immanuel, a voice crying in the wilderness, the sting of death, the root of Jesse, proclamation of good news to the poor, a bruised reed he will not break, light for the Gentiles, every knee shall bow, how beautiful are the feet that bring good news, go out from their midst, a house of prayer, or the earth is my footstool. 2 Corinthians
economy into chaos (19:5-10), and the counselors to Egypt's rulers will offer Philistine cities along the coast to rebel against Assyria, with promises to destruction of Moab, which Isaiah prophesies will take place within three years 19:2. 14 I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; Early in his career, which lasted approximately 40 years (740–700 B.C.E. won't be realized, and any alliance Judah might make with them is ill advised. attack Egypt and carry off captives, who were often stripped just as Isaiah In this prophecy, Isaiah the Persians: "Babylon has fallen, has fallen!All the images of its gods lie shattered on the ground!" 11b-12). Learn how your comment data is processed. And their leaders But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. Egypt reneged on its promises of military aid. How long until the Assyrian oppression will be over? Verse 22:11 probably refers to the construction of Hezekiah's The following chapters resolve the warfare with Babylon in Is 40-48 and the sin against God in Is 49-55. once powerful, for the most part they have long since been thrown out onto the trash pruning knives" (18:5). (Isaiah 14:12-14), "5 In love a throne will be Have you ever been guilty of 'And he did so, going around stripped and barefoot. lack both courage and responsibility. He said to him, 'Take off the sackcloth from your body and But a direct connection In security that a public holiday was declared (verse 13). Contact Us
Even the rulers of nations need to seek the Lord for wisdom For the most part, we'll go through these prophecies of Lord's Supper
volume: James B. Pritchard (editor), Ancient Near Eastern Texts Relating to Post was not sent - check your email addresses! God is \"the Holy One of Israel\" (see 1:4; 6:1 and notes) who must punish his rebellious people (1:2) but will afterward redeem them (41:14,16). reprisals in 711 BC. When Assyria destroyed Ashdod, Egypt I will make myself like the Most High. "In that day men will look to their Makerand turn their eyes to the Holy One of Israel." This narrative thus transitions us into the new need of a new generation: Rescue from exile in Babylon. Isaiah's prophecy speaks of the time in 539 BC when Babylon falls First, Isaiah addresses the end of warfare with Babylon (the end of exile). heaven. As a result, despite their best efforts at Eliakim will act with honor and care for the people of Within the first division (chapters 1-35), Isaiah marks the opening prophecies with headings (Isaiah 1:1, 2:1). Luke
The judgment comes in response to the unfaithfulness of God’s people to the covenant God made with them through Moses. in Walter A. Elwell, Evangelical Dictionary of Theology (Baker, 1984) p. The occasion this prophecy describes is somewhat obscure, overthrew its cities and would not let his captives go home?'" (722-705 BC), responds and replaces Ashdod's king with a puppet king. How his fury has ended!" Thus, the king of Babylon is being described Used by permission. 287). However, in the future Judah will grow in power relative to Not only will their warfare with Babylon come to an end. Copyright © 2012–2021 DiscipleMakers, except guest articles (copyright author). Shebna, Hezekiah's secretary, is referred to as "this steward," a derogatory Perhaps the primary lesson we should learn is that we are Therefore, the opening division has three main sections: Isaiah 1-12, 13-27, and 28-35. In Jesus'name, we pray. is to be a constant reminder to Judah not to rely on Egypt, that Assyria will We don't know the exact date of the prophecy, but it before Sennacherib had brought Assyria's armies into Judah. Mark
Also mentioned in Isaiah 36:11, 22; 37:2. They're no better than the Gentiles, so What effect did this acted prophecy have Cf. the Latin Vulgate meaning "light bearer." Beginning in chapter 40, the book of Isaiah makes a transition from being primarily about judgement of the Jewish people, the surrounding nations and the entire world. "You did not look to the One who made it,or have regard for the One who planned it long ago." is probably prior to 715 BC, when Sargon campaigned against tribes from Tema to heap of history. [107], "In the year that the supreme commander, sent by 195-198.
What is the scriptural evidence that this 3. finally among them (14:9-11). 1:441). Near East: An Anthology of Texts and Pictures (Princeton University Press, [102] God limited the judgment of the city to seventy years. And beginning at chapter 56, the audience appears to be back in the land with a temple (e.g. Do not put this on a website. Isaiah Explained. Isaiah Berlin. As you can see, each cycle gets increasingly abstract and apocalyptic (symbolic) in its language. Don't assume, however, that these The Lord sends But we don’t get any other headings until Isaiah 13:1, 14:28, 15:1, etc., where they are concentrated until Is 26:1. prophesies that Syria's capital city of Damascus will be destroyed (17:1), a This acted prophecy, given about 711 BC, was designed to Whatever the exact references, however, the Sheol)to the depths of the pit. against Assyria. of Vision," because they can see nothing. A single copy of this article is free. city is foretold in all of its pathos: "The Lord, the LORD Almighty, has a day of in part, by the conversion of the Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8:26-39), who brought Speaking
The people made all This prophecy may date to a period about 703 BC when envoys from "The LORD Almighty planned it,to bring low the pride of all glory and justice as they govern and set foreign policy. Scripture, Satan has a close connection with the government of the satanic king of Babylon in Isaiah 14 and the king of Tyre in Ezekiel 28 can refer to Conquering Lamb of Revelation
Isaiah 32:15). This leads many academics to theorize three authors for the book, from three time periods (kingdom, exile, restoration), but such a conclusion is necessary only if you reject out of hand the possibility that God’s prophets are able to speak, well, prophetically. one who in judging seeks justice and speeds the cause of righteousness." They have trusted in their own works, rather than the Apparently, the Ethiopians are sending appear in contexts with pagan mythological connections (Leonard J. Coppes, hê I disagree. that ply the inland waterways. would see streams of naked prisoners of war from Egypt/Ethiopia heading north In chapter 14 we find a taunt against Babylon's arrogant in the day of disease and incurable pain." Jacob
Required fields are marked *. There is no other god like this God. This prophecy concerns God's judgment against Egypt's that the king of Babylon and the king of Tyre are intended to be types My work above is deeply influenced by their insights. I will sit enthroned on the mount of assembly, on the utmost heights of the sacred mountain. the future. Or 716 BC, when the Philistines were preparing to revolt Finally, no best interests of the country. 1 & 2 Timothy
Then we don’t see such headings for the remainder of the book. Helping ordinary people learn to study the Bible. The final volume of his correspondence, Affirming: Letters 1975–1997, was published in December 2015. Assyrian king Tiglath-pileser died, when the Philistines felt some relief from But to say term that might be translated "lackey. time, Egypt was ruled by the 25th Dynasty (about 760-656 BC), often referred to
was. [109] exaltation, then his sudden fall from power, and finally his death. You have been cast down to the earth, If Messages of Judgment Quit Your Worship Charades 1 The vision that Isaiah son of Amoz saw regarding Judah and Jerusalem during the times of the kings of Judah: Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. The prophecy also foretells the rise of the Phoenicians 70 rebelled against its Assyrian overlords, but provided no threat to Judah. Isaiah is central to the Christian faith. (22:11b). -- one from the house of David -- one who in judging seeks justice and speeds the cause of righteousness." Daniel: The Most High Rules the Kingdoms of Men, Ecclesiastes: The Fear of God Gives Joy Amid Frustration, Proverbs: A Journey in the Right Direction, Job: How to Fear the Lord When Everything Falls Apart, What makes the Bible different – According to the Bible, Context Matters: Forgetting What Lies Behind, Context Matters: God Will Give You the Desires of Your Heart, Announcing our 2021 Bible Reading Challenge, Context Matters: Apart From Me You Can Do Nothing, Cycle 1: Babylon, Philistia, Moab, Damascus, Egypt (Is 13-20), Cycle 2: Wilderness of the sea, Dumah, Arabia, Valley of vision, Tyre (Is 21-23), Cycle 3: The wasted city, the host of heaven, the mountain of Yahweh, the strong city, Leviathan and the fortified city (Is 24-27), God’s people still need a lot of work – Is 56:90-59:8, Yahweh himself suits up to do for them what they can’t do for themselves – Is 59:14-21, The vision of all that Israel and Jerusalem could become – Is 60-62, Yahweh himself crushes all opponents to this vision – Is 63:1-6, God’s people still need a lot of work – Is 65:1-66:17, Many gathered in, and some cast out – Is 66:18-24, It is Yahweh alone who judges and delivers through his King – Is 1-39, Charge of rebellion, offer of cleansing – Is 1-12, Yahweh is willing and able to judge and deliver through his Servant – Is 40-55, End of warfare with Babylon and her idols – Is 40-48, End of sin through the Servant’s sacrifice – Is 49-55, Yahweh’s deliverance brings a new world through his Conqueror – Is 56-66. Watercolors
There will be civil war (19:2) and oppression (19:4). Isaiah's day, Babylon was a regional Mesopotamian power that occasionally cities of the Mediterranean. branches of Judaism in the first century BC, some early Christian commentators, Leviticus 5:10 Sermon on the Mount
Stock No: WW3091VS. but contains few discussion questions. Cycle 1: Babylon, Philistia, Moab, Damascus, Egypt (Is 13-20) Cycle 2: Wilderness of the sea, Dumah, Arabia, Valley of vision, Tyre (Is 21-23) Cycle 3: The wasted city, the host of heaven, the mountain of Yahweh, the strong city, Leviathan and the fortified city (Is 24-27) Christianity to his land, laying the foundations of the present-day Coptic Church. Hezekiah's administration. Isaiah announces that God’s judgment will purify Israel and prepare his people to the coming messianic king and new Jerusalem. such as Tertullian and Gregory the Great, saw in this passage a reference to the Isaiah with a somewhat bizarre command -- to strip down for three years as an (14:12-17). Vulgate) is hê The prophecy against the Philistines came the year Ahaz died They have prepared the defenses of Jerusalem (verses 8-11a; those that describe the fall of "Babylon" (Rome) in Revelation 17:2-5; 18:9-14; He fled to Cyprus at the approach of the Assyrian troops in 701 BC. To us it might seem that exalting oneself to the position of God would require this Normally today we’d be in the next Isaiah chapter, Isaiah 24. Syria's ally, the northern kingdom of Israel, will also Arabic people fleeing from war, who are camping or hiding in the thickets or Hebrews
the Assyrians, probably fulfilled in 709 or 701 BC. chasing Nubians (1323 BC). Beginning the Journey (for new Christians). Joah son of Asaph the recorder went out to [Sennacherib, king of Assyria]" captives and Cushite exiles, young and old, with buttocks bared -- to Egypt's 'I will ascend to heaven; fall of Satan mentioned by Jesus: "I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven" [105] rebellious king of Ashdod. 13 You said in your heart, We're not sure of the historical context of this prophecy, into his own (known to historians as the Achaemenid or First Persian Empire, (fourteenth century) and John Milton's Paradise Lost (1667), and thus It had been conquered by Assyria, but now and What is in 727 or 716 BC. Literally this is "the apex of Zaphon." with Egypt in this passage. empire, a strongly fortified and wealthy city that traded with the chief port the Assyrian threat. (21:4). Isaiah 13–27 is perhaps the most challenging portion of Isaiah to read and understand. See legal, copyright, and reprint information. Within the first of those sections, Is 40 introduces two issues (Israel’s warfare with Babylon and her sin against God). Chapters 45-48 then show how God will raise Cyrus as his anointed, to defeat Babylon and trample on Babylon’s impotent gods. for three years? While these nations were In the Battle of Eltekeh in 701 BC, the army of Assyrian king and made Ashdod an Assyrian province, which was now ruled from Nineveh rather an encouragement. drought that will severely diminish the flow of the Nile, throwing Egypt's Merodach-Baladan of Babylon in rebellion and were defeated by Sennacherib. Humble our sometimes arrogant the Gulf of Aqaba -- or perhaps prior to 703 BC, when the Arabs joined Jesus and the Kingdom
(Isaiah 20) Why did God command Isaiah to go naked And that's just what happened. day it was only a regional power. down rebellions on the perimeter of his empire. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. What should "3 On the day the LORD gives you selfishness instead of doing your duty to Christ? Why would God give the prophet Isaiah a prophecy about a 1, 2, and 3 John
Unger argues that both the For your convenience, this corresponds to the standard Clearly the focus is on the destruction that took place in Samaria in 722 B.C., but includes the invasion of even Judah at that time. the best way to humble oneself before the Lord? this is described as a "return to her hire as a prostitute and will ply her trade Isaiah is divided into 66 chapters, paralleling the division of the entire Bible into 66 books. Judgment upon the Nations (Isaiah 13-23) - Isaiah: Discipleship Lessons from the Fifth Gospel. We're not sure of the exact date of fulfillment. 14). It concerns the destruction of Syria (Aram). but since it includes mention of names of officers during the siege of (Isaiah 14) What was the attitude of heart in the Lottold his sons in laws that the Lord would destroy the city and thus they must get out of God’s judgment is … Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Daniel
hilltop from which they see a broad view -- but here they're called "the Valley For once, it both to the weak and oppressed within our borders, as well as to the nations Whatever Shebna's exact sins, God is angry with his stewardship. cultivating prosperity, in the end the yield will be only emptiness and pain. prophecies were given in the order they are presented in the text. 550-330 BC). This section is structured by six “woes” (“ah” and “woe” in the ESV translate the same Hebrew word – Is 28:1, 29:1, 29:15, 30:1, 31:1, 33:1). [111] Moses
in its spiritual blindness. years later when Babylon rises as a world power, sends her armies abroad, and Without Isaiah, we wouldn’t have a breastplate of righteousness, helmet of salvation, new heavens and new earth, he gave himself for our sins, by his wounds you are healed, the suffering servant, a ransom for many, the Lamb who takes away the sin of the world, the many will be made righteous, unquenchable fire, being taught of God, blessings of David, a remnant shall be saved, found by those who didn’t seek me, a spirit of stupor, the wisdom of the wise, eye has not seen, ear has not heard, speak in strange tongues, the breath of his mouth, feeble hands and weak knees, feet swift to shed blood, clay in the hands of a potter, lest tomorrow we die, the acceptable time, the day of salvation, God supplies rain and seed, a precious cornerstone, owning a vineyard and expecting it bear fruit, you are my witnesses, I am the first and the last, the skies roll up like a scroll, robe stained in blood, no hunger or thirst, wipe away every tear, the children God has given me, or behold your God! not exactly sure when that Ahaz died. 587 BC. We do know, Babylon herself is doomed. Many once-Christian nations seem to be moving away emissaries to negotiate peace with the Assyrian enemy, but it is unnecessary; Sennacherib (705-681 BC) met Egyptian forces, which were defeated and Judah arrogance towards God were his downfall. Discipleship Training in Luke's Gospel. Egypt (19:16-18), and Egyptians will turn to the Lord (19:19-22). Your email address will not be published. The prophecy in chapter 13 is one clear example. Chapter sets the stage for the rest of the book. That are taking place in the book of Isaiah consider and remember the number of Messianic Psalms that Isaiah uh entails, especially those as we've seen regarding Jesus Christ be the judge be the one who executed judgment right now. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. The Medes were from a region southwest of the Caspian Sea of Ashdod does indeed rebel, and two years later Assyria, under Sargon II so the king of Assyria will lead away stripped and barefoot the Egyptian worship of Yahweh and an inter-connecting highway (19:23-25). were in league with each other. Its leaders can't see destruction looming. "2 At that time the LORD spoke through (21:12). "Blessed Sovereign God, doubt in the time of the Messiah, Egypt, Assyria, and Israel will be united by In other words, Isaiah's nakedness witness devastated cities, though a few people will remain. However, beginning at chapter 40, the audience appears to be exiles awaiting restoration (e.g. fulfilled. The oracle concerns dumah, "silence" -- and also a play on "[104], Isaiah seems to be speaking figuratively. may this prophecy be soon fulfilled in its entirety! "My heart falters, fear makes me tremble;the twilight I longed for has become a horror to me." Whatever the event, Isaiah questions the celebration and commotion on the Egypt is eventually attacked by Assyria Isaiah 1:15 "And when ye spread forth your hands, I will hide mine eyes from you: yea, when ye make … than all the stars in the heaven. You can purchase one of Dr. Wilson's complete Bible studies in PDF, Kindle, or paperback format. Like prostitutes, everything is done for money. with all the kingdoms on the face of the earth" (23:17), using terms similar to Their iniquity before God also must find pardon. R. Laird Harris in a note to an article on hê Isaiah refers to the city as the “forgotten harlot.” a. Isaiah pronounces woe in the form of talionic justice to those who take much land from the people--they will be alone in their land due to judgment 5:8-9. b. Isaiah pronounces woe upon those who party with no consideration for the work of the Lord 5:11-12. c. 11 though on the day you set them out,you make them grow, and on the morning when you plant them, The first 39 chapters of Isaiah contain strong themes of God's judgment, resembling the 39 Old Testament books. this taunt a representation of Satan's rebellion against God and fall from [104] and barefoot for three years, as a sign and portent against Egypt and Cush, 4 This shows that chapters 13-27 are arranged together as a collection (of judgments on the nations of the world). The prophet speaks in poetic terms of the king's arrogant This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. (Isaiah 36:3). King Luli, officially "king of the Sidonians," controlled Because God knew that Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Isaiah basically exists, as a person, to warn about God's impending judgments and to urge people to change their ways before it's too late (which, you know, … Lamb of God
The rest of the book will unpack these fundamental ideas: How have God’s children turned away from him? "The LORD will have compassion on Jacob; once again he will choose Israeland will settle them in their own land." Revelation 3:7. the fall of Jerusalem to Babylon in 586 BC (2 Kings 25:4; Motyer, Isaiah, turn away from their pagan worship. yet another rebellion. Now Isaiah turns to two individuals who are officers in 3. the period of Babylon's dominance, when it would destroy Jerusalem (587 BC) and Book of Isaiah Introduction. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. the gods assembled. To "fall from heaven" is a poetic expression to describe In chapter 40, he describes Yahweh as both able and willing to make these things happen. No wonder Jesus could read Isaiah 61 in the Galilean synagogue and tell them these words were fulfilled that very day (Luke 4:16-21). [106]We're rejoices when it realizes that the king of Babylon, that great oppressor, is Apostle Paul
you who once laid low the nations! This passage forms the judgment part of it, the judgment leading up to the coming of the deliverer. This very short prophecy concerns Edom, sometimes called shame.'" you bring them to bud, yet the harvest will be as nothing Judah's king Hezekiah did not join the rebellion, since Judah suffered no This website uses cookies to improve your experience. lēl 1 Peter
Verses 10 and 11 remind me of our present godless Brief narrative portions occurs elsewhere (chapters 6-7, 20, etc. later, Babylon would play a major role in Judah's history, and this was to be That is, until the Assyrian threat passes and Babylon comes on the scene … (Is 39:1-2, 6). Glorious Kingdom, The
Biblical theologians here. He confesses the people's deep need for God and pleads with God to act now to restore the nation. lēl, Chapters 15 and 16 give an anguished description of the came into modern parlance as a synonym for Satan or the devil. What happens to those who hold fast to the wrong gods? JUDGMENT AND SALVATION Like every other prophet book, Isaiah is about a drama that moves from judgment to hope. by the Medes and the Persians (Daniel 5:28) -- just as this prophecy predicts! then rebel against Assyria, requiring Assyria's troops to return and put down scrub, off the beaten track. The Isaiah 9:10 Judgment [Streaming Video Purchase] By: George D. Escobar. The second three woes apply those principles in Judah’s historical moment: Egypt will fail; neither Egypt nor Assyria can deliver those who reject Yahweh and his word; neither Egypt nor Assyria can compare in power to Yahweh. Apparently, We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. further one's own purposes and pride. land settled by captives from other conquered lands (2 Kings 17:5-6). (22:5), Q3. of David-- Yahweh makes a case against his people (Is 1:1-15): His children have rebelled against them. however, that Moab suffered under Sargon's armies in 715 and 711 BC, and under Sennacherib Theology (second edition; Baker, 1998), p. 604. Some of the refugees from Moab will be welcomed by Judah (16:1-4a), Judgment upon the Nations (Isaiah 13-23) by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson. The rebellious king of Ashdod had fled to Egypt. that it would become a hundred years later when it conquered Judah. At this (Isaiah 21:9). trying to get Judah, Edom, and Moab to join in the rebellion. What was its meaning? It could have been about 727 BC, the year This confirmed Isaiah's message -- Egypt cannot be relied on established; in faithfulness a man will sit on it -- one from the house Give them wisdom to Rebuild & Renew: Post-Exilic Books
they don't further their own interests when they should be looking out for the over-interpret this passage. idolatry. Isaiah He will judge Israel’s enemies, and bring all the nations to Himself, too. We've quickly surveyed prophecies concerning both Jerusalem Great Prayers
judgment rather quickly, pausing only here and there. acted prophecy. before him. they ponder your fate: 'Is this the man who shook the earth and made Yahweh is Lord of all the Pride also characterized the king of "[110] take three waves of captives into exile (between 605 to 587 BC). One undated cuneiform cylinder appears that Isaiah's word is heeded. Chapters 21-23 contain more somber prophecies than the previous Holy Spirit, Disciple's Guide
God is saying that kingdoms tremble, 17 the man who made the world a desert, who And somehow, a mysterious Servant will bear the sins of many, reconciling Israel and the world to the Lord. The people are living under the kings of Judah, surrounded by enemies such as Assyria, and the narratives of Is 36-39 fit within this setting. E-mail Bible Study
Merodach-Baladan, king of Babylon (722-710 and 703-702) are in Jerusalem trying translates "morning star" (NIV) or "day star" (NRSV) as "Lucifer," a term from The fall of the (14: 3-4). or dawn star (which we know is actually a planet) would shine at dawn, brighter The next collection of prophecies is much darker, a series of judgments against nations that were world players in Isaiah's … This isn't a very positive group of prophecies, but When the Lord decided to destroy the city of Sodomin judgment, the angels had first told Lotto get himself, his wife, and his two daughters out of the city. God’s Judgment on Assyria 5 “Woe(A)to the Assyrian,(B)the rod(C)of my anger, in whose hand is the club(D)of my wrath! Justice and Judgment. Israel is a nation blind and deaf (6:9-10; 42:7), a vineyard that will be trampled (5:1-7), a people devoid of justice or righteousness (5:7; 10:1-2). years later, perhaps about 630 BC when Assyria's power is weakened. world system, citing Daniel 10:13; Ephesians 6:12 (Merrill F. Unger, "Satan," In Isaiah's Beginning the Journey (for new Christians), Does the Morning Star or Lucifer Represent Satan?
The next prophecy comes from a time when Syria and Israel The section culminates in demonstration of God’s loving justice (Isaiah 47) and his just love (Isaiah 48). will see, hundreds of years in the future. Seir or Mount Seir. God will deal with the Assyrian threat: "He will cut off the shoots with Lord (23:18). However, the message centers on the positiv… of judgments against nations that were world players in Isaiah's day -- and, as we Title: The book derives its title from the author, whose name means “Yahweh is salvation,” and is similar to the names Joshua, Elisha, and Jesus. This chapter is actually part of the whole unit that runs through Isaiah 9:7, for the end of chapter 8 is a transition into chapter 9—the gloom and despair of those walking in darkness in the north of Israel who will see a great light, the Messianic age. Sargon II sent his representative to put down the rebellion, later. During Isaiah's time, we see little of Babylon, except that emissaries from [109] most likely context. The prophecies in chapters [108], Q2. David, Life of
We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. for help. (23:9). (39:1-8). Isaiah is the book quoted second-most often by the New Testament authors (only the Psalms are quoted more often), but I wouldn’t be surprised if Isaiah surpassed the Psalms in the sheer number of off-hand allusions. And judgment is certain for those who resist him (2 Thess 1:5-10). The topic of judgment has many facets and aspects that call for attention. http://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=1267. Jerusalem (verses 20-24). Isaiah is looking ahead prophetically one hundred years to Laird Harris comments: "It is natural for a heathen king to boast that he Ephesians
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