Isaiah 3:18

Authorized King James Version

In that day the Lord will take away the bravery of their tinkling ornaments about their feet, and their cauls, and their round tires like the moon,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
בַּיּ֨וֹם
In that day
a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso
#2
הַה֜וּא
he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo
#3
יָסִ֣יר
will take away
to turn off (literally or figuratively)
#4
אֲדֹנָ֗י
the Lord
the lord (used as a proper name of god only)
#5
אֵ֣ת
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#6
תִּפְאֶ֧רֶת
the bravery
ornament (abstractly or concretely, literally or figuratively)
#7
הָעֲכָסִ֛ים
of their tinkling ornaments
a fetter; hence, an anklet
#8
וְהַשְּׁבִיסִ֖ים
about their feet and their cauls
a netting for the hair
#9
וְהַשַּׂהֲרֹנִֽים׃
and their round tires like the moon
a round pendant for the neck

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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.

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