Isaiah 8:10

Authorized King James Version

Take counsel together, and it shall come to nought; speak the word, and it shall not stand: for God is with us.

Word-by-Word Analysis

עֻ֥צוּ

H5779

Take

to consult

עֵצָ֖ה

H6098

counsel

advice; by implication, plan; also prudence

וְתֻפָ֑ר

H6565

and it shall come to nought

to break up (usually figuratively), i.e., to violate, frustrate

דַּבְּר֤וּ

H1696

speak

perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue

דָבָר֙

H1697

the word

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

וְלֹ֣א

H3808

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

יָק֔וּם

H6965

and it shall not stand

to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)

כִּ֥י

H3588

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

עִמָּ֖נוּ

H5973

adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then

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אֵֽל׃

H410

for God

strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the almighty (but used also of any deity)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Isaiah. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within Isaiah chapter 8 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?

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