Isaiah 41:21
Produce your cause, saith the LORD; bring forth your strong reasons, saith the King of Jacob.
Original Language Analysis
קָרְב֥וּ
Produce
H7126
קָרְב֥וּ
Produce
Strong's:
H7126
Word #:
1 of 9
to approach (causatively, bring near) for whatever purpose
יְהוָ֑ה
the LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֑ה
the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
4 of 9
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
הַגִּ֙ישׁוּ֙
bring forth
H5066
הַגִּ֙ישׁוּ֙
bring forth
Strong's:
H5066
Word #:
5 of 9
to be or come (causatively, bring) near (for any purpose); euphemistically, to lie with a woman; as an enemy, to attack; religious to worship; causati
Historical Context
This trial scene directly challenges Babylonian deities like Marduk and Bel, who claimed to rule history and predict future. God dares them to demonstrate real power or knowledge.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God's challenge to false gods inform your evaluation of modern truth claims?
- What 'strong reasons' does the God of Scripture provide for exclusive worship?
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Analysis & Commentary
God challenges false gods to 'produce your cause' in divine court. The legal language ('rib'—case/cause) and 'King of Jacob' title emphasize God's authority to judge. The 'strong reasons' challenge requires evidence of divine power and foreknowledge, which only the true God can provide.