Isaiah 47:4
As for our redeemer, the LORD of hosts is his name, the Holy One of Israel.
Original Language Analysis
גֹּאֲלֵ֕נוּ
As for our redeemer
H1350
גֹּאֲלֵ֕נוּ
As for our redeemer
Strong's:
H1350
Word #:
1 of 6
to redeem (according to the middle eastern law of kinship), i.e., to be the next of kin (and as such to buy back a relative's property, marry his wido
יְהוָ֥ה
the LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֥ה
the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
2 of 6
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
צְבָא֖וֹת
of hosts
H6635
צְבָא֖וֹת
of hosts
Strong's:
H6635
Word #:
3 of 6
a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized for war (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (speci
שְׁמ֑וֹ
is his name
H8034
שְׁמ֑וֹ
is his name
Strong's:
H8034
Word #:
4 of 6
an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character
Cross References
Isaiah 44:6Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God.Isaiah 43:14Thus saith the LORD, your redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; For your sake I have sent to Babylon, and have brought down all their nobles, and the Chaldeans, whose cry is in the ships.Isaiah 41:14Fear not, thou worm Jacob, and ye men of Israel; I will help thee, saith the LORD, and thy redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.Isaiah 49:26And I will feed them that oppress thee with their own flesh; and they shall be drunken with their own blood, as with sweet wine: and all flesh shall know that I the LORD am thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, the mighty One of Jacob.
Historical Context
The go'el concept (Leviticus 25, Ruth) required a relative who was able and willing to pay redemption price. Israel's go'el must be powerful enough to overthrow Babylon and faithful enough to keep covenant promises.
Questions for Reflection
- How does understanding God as your 'kinsman redeemer' deepen your assurance of salvation?
- What enemies (sin, death, Satan) has your Redeemer conquered on your behalf?
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Analysis & Commentary
The interjectory 'As for our redeemer' interrupts the taunt song with worship, identifying God as 'go'el' - the kinsman-redeemer who avenges wrongs and buys back enslaved family. The titles 'LORD of hosts' and 'Holy One of Israel' combine military sovereignty with covenant relationship. This anticipates Christ as ultimate Redeemer who conquers enemies and purchases His bride.