Isaiah 14:10

Authorized King James Version

All they shall speak and say unto thee, Art thou also become weak as we? art thou become like unto us?

Word-by-Word Analysis

כֻּלָּ֣ם

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

יַֽעֲנ֔וּ

H6030

All they shall speak

properly, to eye or (generally) to heed, i.e., pay attention; by implication, to respond; by extension to begin to speak; specifically to sing, shout,

וְיֹאמְר֖וּ

H559

and say

to say (used with great latitude)

אֵלֶ֑יךָ

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

גַּם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

אַתָּ֛ה

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

חֻלֵּ֥יתָ

H2470

unto thee Art thou also become weak

properly, to be rubbed or worn; hence (figuratively) to stroke (in flattering), entreat

כָמ֖וֹנוּ

H3644

as, thus, so

אֵלֵ֥ינוּ

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

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נִמְשָֽׁלְתָּ׃

H4911

as we art thou become like

to liken, i.e., (transitively) to use figurative language (an allegory, adage, song or the like); intransitively, to resemble

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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

How does this verse's literary context within Isaiah chapter 14 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?

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