Isaiah 32:9

Authorized King James Version

Rise up, ye women that are at ease; hear my voice, ye careless daughters; give ear unto my speech.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
נָשִׁים֙
ye women
a woman
#2
שַֽׁאֲנַנּ֔וֹת
that are at ease
secure; in a bad sense, haughty
#3
קֹ֖מְנָה
Rise up
to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)
#4
שְׁמַ֣עְנָה
hear
to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
#5
קוֹלִ֑י
my voice
a voice or sound
#6
בָּנוֹת֙
daughters
a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively)
#7
בֹּֽטח֔וֹת
ye careless
properly, to hie for refuge (but not so precipitately as h2620); figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure
#8
הַאְזֵ֖נָּה
give ear
to broaden out the ear (with the hand), i.e., (by implication) to listen
#9
אִמְרָתִֽי׃
unto my speech
an utterance

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, 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 revelation in this particular way.

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