Isaiah Chapter 56 · Verse 9
All ye beasts of the field, come to devour, yea, all ye beasts in the forest.
Original Language Analysis
כֹּ֖ל
H3605
כֹּ֖ל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
1 of 8
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
חַיְת֖וֹ
All ye beasts
H2416
חַיְת֖וֹ
All ye beasts
Strong's:
H2416
Word #:
2 of 8
alive; hence, raw (flesh); fresh (plant, water, year), strong; also (as noun, especially in the feminine singular and masculine plural) life (or livin
כָּל
H3605
כָּל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
6 of 8
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
Historical Context
This may allude to Babylon's invasion or general judgment on covenant unfaithfulness. When spiritual leaders fail, destruction follows. The imagery recalls curses for covenant violation.
Questions for Reflection
- What happens when spiritual leadership fails to protect God's people?
- How does the contrast between inclusion (verses 1-8) and judgment (verses 9-12) relate?
Analysis & Commentary
A sudden shift: 'All ye beasts of the field, come to devour, yea, all ye beasts in the forest.' This call to predators symbolizes judgment on unfaithful leaders (verses 10-12). Wild animals invading represents the breakdown of protection when shepherds fail. The contrast with inclusion (verses 1-8) is stark.