Isaiah 28:8

For all tables are full of vomit and filthiness, so that there is no place clean.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּ֚י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

שֻׁלְחָנ֔וֹת

H7979

For all tables

a table (as spread out); by implication, a meal

מָלְא֖וּ

H4390

are full

to fill or (intransitively) be full of, in a wide application (literally and figuratively)

קִ֣יא

H6892

of vomit

vomit

צֹאָ֑ה

H6675

and filthiness

excrement; generally, dirt; figuratively, pollution

בְּלִ֖י

H1097

properly, failure, i.e., nothing or destruction; usually (with preposition) without, not yet, because not, as long as, etc

מָקֽוֹם׃

H4725

so that there is no 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)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within Isaiah chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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