Isaiah 57:15

Authorized King James Version

For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּי֩

H3588

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

כֹ֨ה

H3541

properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now

אָמַ֜ר

H559

For thus saith

to say (used with great latitude)

רָ֣ם

H7311

the high

to be high actively, to rise or raise (in various applications, literally or figuratively)

וְנִשָּׂ֗א

H5375

and lofty One

to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absolute and relative

אֶשְׁכּ֑וֹן

H7931

I dwell

to reside or permanently stay (literally or figuratively)

עַד֙

H5703

eternity

properly, a (peremptory) terminus, i.e., (by implication) duration, in the sense of advance or perpetuity (substantially as a noun, either with or wit

וְקָד֖וֹשׁ

H6918

and holy

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

שְׁמ֔וֹ

H8034

whose name

an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character

#10

מָר֥וֹם

H4791

in the high

altitude, i.e., concretely (an elevated place), abstractly (elevation, figuratively (elation), or adverbially (aloft)

#11

וְקָד֖וֹשׁ

H6918

and holy

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

#12

אֶשְׁכּ֑וֹן

H7931

I dwell

to reside or permanently stay (literally or figuratively)

#13

וְאֶת

H854

properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc

#14

דַּכָּא֙

H1793

place with him also that is of a contrite

crushed (literally powder, or figuratively, contrite)

#15

שְׁפָלִ֔ים

H8217

and humble

depressed, literally or figuratively

#16

ר֣וּחַ

H7307

spirit

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

#17

וּֽלְהַחֲי֖וֹת

H2421

and to revive

to live, whether literally or figuratively; causatively, to revive

#18

ר֣וּחַ

H7307

spirit

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

#19

שְׁפָלִ֔ים

H8217

and humble

depressed, literally or figuratively

#20

וּֽלְהַחֲי֖וֹת

H2421

and to revive

to live, whether literally or figuratively; causatively, to revive

#21

לֵ֥ב

H3820

the heart

the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything

#22

נִדְכָּאִֽים׃

H1792

of the contrite ones

to crumble; transitively, to bruise (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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

How does this verse's literary context within Isaiah chapter 57 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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