Isaiah 2:5
O house of Jacob, come ye, and let us walk in the light of the LORD.
Original Language Analysis
בֵּ֖ית
O house
H1004
בֵּ֖ית
O house
Strong's:
H1004
Word #:
1 of 6
a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
לְכ֥וּ
H1980
לְכ֥וּ
Strong's:
H1980
Word #:
3 of 6
to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
וְנֵלְכָ֖ה
H1980
וְנֵלְכָ֖ה
Strong's:
H1980
Word #:
4 of 6
to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
Cross References
Ephesians 5:8For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light:1 John 1:7But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.Luke 1:79To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.1 John 1:5This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.Isaiah 58:1Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins.Isaiah 2:3And many people shall go and say, Come ye, and let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob; and he will teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths: for out of Zion shall go forth the law, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.Psalms 89:15Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: they shall walk, O LORD, in the light of thy countenance.
Historical Context
The call to walk in light while surrounded by darkness required countercultural faithfulness. Rather than conforming to surrounding nations' idolatry, Israel should live according to their distinct calling.
Questions for Reflection
- How does your certainty about Christ's future kingdom affect your daily choices?
- In what areas do you need to 'walk in the light' rather than conforming to cultural darkness?
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Analysis & Commentary
Isaiah transitions from eschatological vision to present exhortation. 'House of Jacob' emphasizes covenant identity, calling Israel to live according to their future hope. 'Walk in the light of the LORD' contrasts with darkness of sin and judgment. This present-tense application makes eschatology practical—future glory should transform current conduct, a pattern Paul also employs (Romans 13:11-14).