Isaiah 1:10

Authorized King James Version

Hear the word of the LORD, ye rulers of Sodom; give ear unto the law of our God, ye people of Gomorrah.

Word-by-Word Analysis

שִׁמְע֥וּ

H8085

Hear

to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)

דְבַר

H1697

the word

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

יְהוָ֖ה

H3068

of the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

קְצִינֵ֣י

H7101

ye rulers

a magistrate (as deciding) or other leader

סְדֹ֑ם

H5467

of Sodom

sedom, a place near the dead sea

הַאֲזִ֛ינוּ

H238

give ear

to broaden out the ear (with the hand), i.e., (by implication) to listen

תּוֹרַ֥ת

H8451

unto the law

a precept or statute, especially the decalogue or pentateuch

אֱלֹהֵ֖ינוּ

H430

of our God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

עַ֥ם

H5971

ye people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

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עֲמֹרָֽה׃

H6017

of Gomorrah

amorah, a place in palestine

Analysis

The kingdom of God theme here intersects with the progressive revelation of God's rule from creation to consummation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of development from creation mandate through Davidic kingdom to eschatological fulfillment. The phrase emphasizing divine sovereignty contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's reign from creation through the millennial kingdom.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of kingdom of God, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of eschatology and the doctrine of last things?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address the apparent delay of Christ's return and God's justice, and how should the church respond?
What practical applications emerge from understanding kingdom of God as presented in this verse, particularly in light of providing hope in times of political and social upheaval?

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