Isaiah 37:20

Authorized King James Version

Now therefore, O LORD our God, save us from his hand, that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that thou art the LORD, even thou only.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְעַתָּה֙

H6258

at this time, whether adverb, conjunction or expletive

יְהוָ֖ה

H3068

Now therefore O LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

אֱלֹהֵ֔ינוּ

H430

our 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

הוֹשִׁיעֵ֖נוּ

H3467

save

properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e., (by implication) to be safe; causatively, to free or succor

מִיָד֑וֹ

H3027

us from his hand

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

וְיֵֽדְעוּ֙

H3045

may know

to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o

כָּל

H3605

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

מַמְלְכ֣וֹת

H4467

that all the kingdoms

dominion, i.e., (abstractly) the estate (rule) or (concretely) the country (realm)

הָאָ֔רֶץ

H776

of the earth

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

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כִּֽי

H3588

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

#11

אַתָּ֥ה

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

#12

יְהוָ֖ה

H3068

Now therefore O LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

#13

לְבַדֶּֽךָ׃

H905

properly, separation; by implication, a part of the body, branch of a tree, bar for carrying; figuratively, chief of a city; especially (with preposit

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of kingdom connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about kingdom, 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 kingdom. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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?
How does this verse's literary context within Isaiah chapter 37 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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