Isaiah 28:29

Authorized King James Version

This also cometh forth from the LORD of hosts, which is wonderful in counsel, and excellent in working.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
גַּם
properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and
#2
זֹ֕את
this (often used adverb)
#3
מֵעִ֛ם
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
#4
יְהוָ֥ה
from the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#5
צְבָא֖וֹת
of hosts
a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized for war (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (speci
#6
יָצָ֑אָה
This also cometh forth
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
#7
הִפְלִ֣א
which is wonderful
properly, perhaps to separate, i.e., distinguish (literally or figuratively); by implication, to be (causatively, make) great, difficult, wonderful
#8
עֵצָ֔ה
in counsel
advice; by implication, plan; also prudence
#9
הִגְדִּ֖יל
and excellent
to be (causatively make) large (in various senses, as in body, mind, estate or honor, also in pride)
#10
תּוּשִׁיָּֽה׃
in working
support or (by implication) ability, i.e., (direct) help, (in purpose) an undertaking, (intellectual) understanding

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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 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 sovereignty in this particular way.

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