Isaiah 37:28

But I know thy abode, and thy going out, and thy coming in, and thy rage against me.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְשִׁבְתְּךָ֛

H3427

thy abode

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

וְצֵאתְךָ֥

H3318

and thy going out

to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim

וּבוֹאֲךָ֖

H935

and thy coming in

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

יָדָ֑עְתִּי

H3045

But I know

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

וְאֵ֖ת

H853

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

הִֽתְרַגֶּזְךָ֥

H7264

and thy rage

to quiver (with any violent emotion, especially anger or fear)

אֵלָֽי׃

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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.

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?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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