Isaiah 29:23

Authorized King James Version

But when he seeth his children, the work of mine hands, in the midst of him, they shall sanctify my name, and sanctify the Holy One of Jacob, and shall fear the God of Israel.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּ֣י

H3588

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

בִ֠רְאֹתוֹ

H7200

But when he seeth

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

יְלָדָ֞יו

H3206

his children

something born, i.e., a lad or offspring

מַעֲשֵׂ֥ה

H4639

the work

an action (good or bad); generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product (specifically, a poem) or (generally) property

יָדַ֛י

H3027

of mine hands

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

בְּקִרְבּ֖וֹ

H7130

in the midst

properly, the nearest part, i.e., the center, whether literal, figurative or adverbial (especially with preposition)

וְהִקְדִּ֙ישׁוּ֙

H6942

and sanctify

to be (causatively, make, pronounce or observe as) clean (ceremonially or morally)

שְׁמִ֑י

H8034

my name

an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character

וְהִקְדִּ֙ישׁוּ֙

H6942

and sanctify

to be (causatively, make, pronounce or observe as) clean (ceremonially or morally)

#10

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#11

קְד֣וֹשׁ

H6918

the Holy One

sacred (ceremonially or morally); (as noun) god (by eminence), an angel, a saint, a sanctuary

#12

יַֽעֲקֹ֔ב

H3290

of Jacob

jaakob, the israelitish patriarch

#13

וְאֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#14

אֱלֹהֵ֥י

H430

the God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

#15

יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל

H3478

of Israel

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

#16

יַעֲרִֽיצוּ׃

H6206

and shall fear

to awe or (intransitive) to dread; hence, to harass

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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 historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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 systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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