Isaiah 65:19

Authorized King James Version

And I will rejoice in Jerusalem, and joy in my people: and the voice of weeping shall be no more heard in her, nor the voice of crying.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְגַלְתִּ֥י

H1523

And I will rejoice

properly, to spin round (under the influence of any violent emotion), i.e., usually rejoice, or (as cringing) fear

בִירוּשָׁלִַ֖ם

H3389

in Jerusalem

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine

וְשַׂשְׂתִּ֣י

H7797

and joy

to be bright, i.e., cheerful

בְעַמִּ֑י

H5971

in my people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

וְלֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

יִשָּׁמַ֥ע

H8085

shall be no more heard

to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)

בָּהּ֙

ע֔וֹד

H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

וְק֥וֹל

H6963

and the voice

a voice or sound

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בְּכִ֖י

H1065

of weeping

a weeping; by analogy, a dripping

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וְק֥וֹל

H6963

and the voice

a voice or sound

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זְעָקָֽה׃

H2201

of crying

a shriek or outcry

Analysis

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

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
In what ways does understanding covenant community in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
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?

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