Isaiah 5:19

Authorized King James Version

That say, Let him make speed, and hasten his work, that we may see it: and let the counsel of the Holy One of Israel draw nigh and come, that we may know it!

Word-by-Word Analysis

הָאֹמְרִ֗ים

H559

That say

to say (used with great latitude)

יְמַהֵ֧ר׀

H4116

Let him make speed

properly, to be liquid or flow easily, i.e., (by implication)

יָחִ֛ישָׁה

H2363

and hasten

to hurry; figuratively, to be eager with excitement or enjoyment

מַעֲשֵׂ֖הוּ

H4639

his work

an action (good or bad); generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product (specifically, a poem) or (generally) property

לְמַ֣עַן

H4616

properly, heed, i.e., purpose; used only adverbially, on account of (as a motive or an aim), teleologically, in order that

נִרְאֶ֑ה

H7200

that we may see

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

וְתִקְרַ֣ב

H7126

draw nigh

to approach (causatively, bring near) for whatever purpose

וְתָב֗וֹאָה

H935

and come

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

עֲצַ֛ת

H6098

it and let the counsel

advice; by implication, plan; also prudence

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קְד֥וֹשׁ

H6918

of the Holy One

sacred (ceremonially or morally); (as noun) god (by eminence), an angel, a saint, a sanctuary

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יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל

H3478

of Israel

he will rule as god; jisral, a symbolical name of jacob; also (typically) of his posterity

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וְנֵדָֽעָה׃

H3045

that we may know

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

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 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 divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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?
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?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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