Isaiah 14:13

Authorized King James Version

For thou hast said in thine heart, I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north:

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְאַתָּ֞ה

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

אָמַ֤רְתָּ

H559

For thou hast said

to say (used with great latitude)

בִֽלְבָבְךָ֙

H3824

in thine heart

the heart (as the most interior organ)

הַשָּׁמַ֣יִם

H8064

into heaven

the sky (as aloft; the dual perhaps alluding to the visible arch in which the clouds move, as well as to the higher ether where the celestial bodies r

אֶֽעֱלֶ֔ה

H5927

I will ascend

to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative

מִמַּ֥עַל

H4605

above

properly,the upper part, used only adverbially with prefix upward, above, overhead, from the top, etc

לְכֽוֹכְבֵי

H3556

the stars

a star (as round or as shining); figuratively, a prince

אֵ֖ל

H410

of God

strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the almighty (but used also of any deity)

אָרִ֣ים

H7311

I will exalt

to be high actively, to rise or raise (in various applications, literally or figuratively)

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כִּסְאִ֑י

H3678

my throne

properly, covered, i.e., a throne (as canopied)

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וְאֵשֵׁ֥ב

H3427

I will sit

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

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בְּהַר

H2022

also upon the mount

a mountain or range of hills (sometimes used figuratively)

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מוֹעֵ֖ד

H4150

of the congregation

properly, an appointment, i.e., a fixed time or season; specifically, a festival; conventionally a year; by implication, an assembly (as convened for

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בְּיַרְכְּתֵ֥י

H3411

in the sides

properly, the flank; but used only figuratively, the rear or recess

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צָפֽוֹן׃

H6828

of the north

properly, hidden, i.e., dark; used only of the north as a quarter (gloomy and unknown)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 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

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from earthly theocracy through Davidic kingdom to eschatological fulfillment, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about kingdom of God?
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?

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