Isaiah 6:3

Authorized King James Version

And one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the LORD of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְקָרָ֨א

H7121

And one cried

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

זֶ֤ה

H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

זֶה֙

H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

וְאָמַ֔ר

H559

unto another and said

to say (used with great latitude)

קָד֖וֹשׁ

H6918

Holy

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

קָד֖וֹשׁ

H6918

Holy

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

קָד֖וֹשׁ

H6918

Holy

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

יְהוָ֣ה

H3068

is the LORD

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

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צְבָא֑וֹת

H6635

of hosts

a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized for war (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (speci

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מְלֹ֥א

H4393

is full

fulness (literally or figuratively)

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כָל

H3605

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

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הָאָ֖רֶץ

H776

the whole earth

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

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כְּבוֹדֽוֹ׃

H3519

of his glory

properly, weight, but only figuratively in a good sense, splendor or copiousness

Cross References

Related verses that illuminate this passage (hover to preview):

¹ Revelation 4:8 Revelation 4:8
And the four beasts had each of them six wings about him; and they were full of eyes within: and they rest not day and night, saying, Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come.
— Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty
² Ezekiel 3:12 Ezekiel 3:12
Then the spirit took me up, and I heard behind me a voice of a great rushing, saying, Blessed be the glory of the LORD from his place.
— Blessed be the glory of the LORD

Analysis

Within the broader context of Isaiah, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of glory connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about glory, 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 glory. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

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?
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 understanding glory in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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