Isaiah 52:10

Authorized King James Version

The LORD hath made bare his holy arm in the eyes of all the nations; and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God.

Word-by-Word Analysis

חָשַׂ֤ף

H2834

hath made bare

to strip off, i.e., generally to make naked (for exertion or in disgrace), to drain away or bail up (a liquid)

יְהוָה֙

H3068

The LORD

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

אֶת

H853

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

זְר֣וֹעַ

H2220

arm

the arm (as stretched out), or (of animals) the foreleg; figuratively, force

קָדְשׁ֔וֹ

H6944

his holy

a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity

לְעֵינֵ֖י

H5869

in the eyes

an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)

כָּל

H3605

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

הַגּוֹיִ֑ם

H1471

of all the nations

a foreign nation; hence, a gentile; also (figuratively) a troop of animals, or a flight of locusts

וְרָאוּ֙

H7200

shall see

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

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כָּל

H3605

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

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אַפְסֵי

H657

and all the ends

cessation, i.e., an end (especially of the earth); often used adverb, no further; also the ankle (in the dual), as being the extremity of the leg or f

#12

אָ֔רֶץ

H776

of the earth

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

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אֵ֖ת

H853

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

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יְשׁוּעַ֥ת

H3444

the salvation

something saved, i.e., (abstractly) deliverance; hence, aid, victory, prosperity

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אֱלֹהֵֽינוּ׃

H430

of 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

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of salvation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about salvation, 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show rescue narratives from ancient literature that would resonate with the audience, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of salvation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on salvation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How does this verse's literary context within Isaiah chapter 52 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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