Isaiah 16:10

Authorized King James Version

And gladness is taken away, and joy out of the plentiful field; and in the vineyards there shall be no singing, neither shall there be shouting: the treaders shall tread out no wine in their presses; I have made their vintage shouting to cease.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְנֶאֱסַ֨ף

H622

is taken away

to gather for any purpose; hence, to receive, take away, i.e., remove (destroy, leave behind, put up, restore, etc.)

שִׂמְחָ֤ה

H8057

And gladness

blithesomeness or glee, (religious or festival)

וָגִיל֙

H1524

and joy

a revolution (of time, i.e., an age); also joy

מִן

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

הַכַּרְמֶ֔ל

H3759

out of the plentiful field

a planted field (garden, orchard, vineyard or park); by implication, garden produce

וּבַכְּרָמִ֥ים

H3754

and in the vineyards

a garden or vineyard

לֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

יְרֻנָּ֖ן

H7442

there shall be no singing

properly, to creak (or emit a stridulous sound), i.e., to shout (usually for joy)

לֹ֣א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

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יְרֹעָ֑ע

H7321

neither shall there be shouting

to mar (especially by breaking); figuratively, to split the ears (with sound), i.e., shout (for alarm or joy)

#11

יַ֗יִן

H3196

no wine

wine (as fermented); by implication, intoxication

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בַּיְקָבִ֛ים

H3342

in their presses

a trough (as dug out); specifically, a wine-vat (whether the lower one, into which the juice drains; or the upper, in which the grapes are crushed)

#13

לֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#14

הַדֹּרֵ֖ךְ

H1869

shall tread out

to tread; by implication, to walk; also to string a bow (by treading on it in bending)

#15

הַדֹּרֵ֖ךְ

H1869

shall tread out

to tread; by implication, to walk; also to string a bow (by treading on it in bending)

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הֵידָ֥ד

H1959

I have made their vintage shouting

acclamation

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הִשְׁבַּֽתִּי׃

H7673

to cease

to repose, i.e., desist from exertion; used in many implied relations (causative, figurative or specific)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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 passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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