Isaiah 65:6

Authorized King James Version

Behold, it is written before me: I will not keep silence, but will recompense, even recompense into their bosom,

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
הִנֵּ֥ה
lo!
#2
כְתוּבָ֖ה
Behold it is written
to grave, by implication, to write (describe, inscribe, prescribe, subscribe)
#3
לְפָנָ֑י
before
the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi
#4
לֹ֤א
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#5
אֶחֱשֶׂה֙
me I will not keep silence
to hush or keep quiet
#6
כִּ֣י
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#7
אִם
used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not
#8
וְשִׁלַּמְתִּ֖י
but will recompense
to be safe (in mind, body or estate); figuratively, to be (causatively, make) completed; by implication, to be friendly; by extension, to reciprocate
#9
וְשִׁלַּמְתִּ֖י
but will recompense
to be safe (in mind, body or estate); figuratively, to be (causatively, make) completed; by implication, to be friendly; by extension, to reciprocate
#10
עַל
above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications
#11
חֵיקָֽם׃
into their bosom
the bosom (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.

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