Isaiah 11:6

Authorized King James Version

The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְגָ֤ר

H1481

also shall dwell

properly, to turn aside from the road (for a lodging or any other purpose), i.e., sojourn (as a guest); also to shrink, fear (as in a strange place);

זְאֵב֙

H2061

The wolf

a wolf

עִם

H5973

adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then

כֶּ֔בֶשׂ

H3532

with the lamb

a ram (just old enough to butt)

וְנָמֵ֖ר

H5246

and the leopard

a leopard (from its stripes)

עִם

H5973

adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then

גְּדִ֣י

H1423

with the kid

a young goat (from browsing)

יִרְבָּ֑ץ

H7257

shall lie down

to crouch (on all four legs folded, like a recumbent animal); by implication, to recline, repose, brood, lurk, imbed

וְעֵ֨גֶל

H5695

and the calf

a (male) calf (as frisking round), especially one nearly grown (i.e., a steer)

#10

וּכְפִ֤יר

H3715

and the young lion

a village (as covered in by walls); also a young lion (perhaps as covered with a mane)

#11

וּמְרִיא֙

H4806

and the fatling

stall-fed; often (as noun) a beeve

#12

יַחְדָּ֔ו

H3162

together

properly, a unit, i.e., (adverb) unitedly

#13

וְנַ֥עַר

H5288

child

(concretely) a boy (as active), from the age of infancy to adolescence; by implication, a servant; also (by interch. of sex), a girl (of similar latit

#14

קָטֹ֖ן

H6996

and a little

abbreviated, i.e., diminutive, literally (in quantity, size or number) or figuratively (in age or importance)

#15

נֹהֵ֥ג

H5090

shall lead

to drive forth (a person, an animal or chariot), also (from the panting induced by effort), to sigh

#16

בָּֽם׃

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Isaiah.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Isaiah Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How does this verse's literary context within Isaiah chapter 11 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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