Isaiah 22:23

And I will fasten him as a nail in a sure place; and he shall be for a glorious throne to his father's house.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וּתְקַעְתִּ֥יו

H8628

And I will fasten

to clatter, i.e., slap (the hands together), clang (an instrument); by analogy, to drive (a nail or tent-pin, a dart, etc.); by implication, to become

יָתֵ֖ד

H3489

him as a nail

a peg

בְּמָק֣וֹם

H4725

place

properly, a standing, i.e., a spot; but used widely of a locality (general or specific); also (figuratively) of a condition (of body or mind)

נֶאֱמָ֑ן

H539

in a sure

properly, to build up or support; to foster as a parent or nurse; figuratively to render (or be) firm or faithful, to trust or believe, to be permanen

וְהָיָ֛ה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

לְכִסֵּ֥א

H3678

throne

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

כָב֖וֹד

H3519

and he shall be for a glorious

properly, weight, but only figuratively in a good sense, splendor or copiousness

לְבֵ֥ית

H1004

house

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

אָבִֽיו׃

to his father's

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

Analysis

This verse develops the kingdom of God theme central to Isaiah. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of kingdom of God within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 kingdom of God 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 the kingdom of God theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
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?
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?

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