Isaiah 54:6

Authorized King James Version

For the LORD hath called thee as a woman forsaken and grieved in spirit, and a wife of youth, when thou wast refused, saith thy God.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

וְאֵ֧שֶׁת

H802

and a wife

a woman

עֲזוּבָ֛ה

H5800

forsaken

to loosen, i.e., relinquish, permit, etc

וַעֲצ֥וּבַת

H6087

and grieved

properly, to carve, i.e., fabricate or fashion

ר֖וּחַ

H7307

in spirit

wind; by resemblance breath, i.e., a sensible (or even violent) exhalation; figuratively, life, anger, unsubstantiality; by extension, a region of the

קְרָאָ֣ךְ

H7121

hath called

to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)

יְהוָ֑ה

H3068

For the LORD

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

וְאֵ֧שֶׁת

H802

and a wife

a woman

נְעוּרִ֛ים

H5271

of youth

(only in plural collective or emphatic form) youth, the state (juvenility) or the persons (young people)

#10

כִּ֥י

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#11

תִמָּאֵ֖ס

H3988

when thou wast refused

to spurn; also (intransitively) to disappear

#12

אָמַ֥ר

H559

saith

to say (used with great latitude)

#13

אֱלֹהָֽיִךְ׃

H430

thy 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 simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, 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 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 sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
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?
How does this verse's literary context within Isaiah chapter 54 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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