Isaiah 3:10

Authorized King James Version

Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
אִמְר֥וּ
Say
to say (used with great latitude)
#2
צַדִּ֖יק
ye to the righteous
just
#3
כִּי
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#4
ט֑וֹב
that it shall be well
good (as an adjective) in the widest sense; used likewise as a noun, both in the masculine and the feminine, the singular and the plural (good, a good
#5
כִּֽי
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#6
פְרִ֥י
the fruit
fruit (literally or figuratively)
#7
מַעַלְלֵיהֶ֖ם
of their doings
an act (good or bad)
#8
יֹאכֵֽלוּ׃
with him for they shall eat
to eat (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Isaiah. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation 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 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 revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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