Isaiah 8:5
The LORD spake also unto me again, saying,
Original Language Analysis
וַיֹּ֣סֶף
also unto me again
H3254
וַיֹּ֣סֶף
also unto me again
Strong's:
H3254
Word #:
1 of 6
to add or augment (often adverbial, to continue to do a thing)
יְהוָ֔ה
The LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֔ה
The LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
2 of 6
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
דַּבֵּ֥ר
spake
H1696
דַּבֵּ֥ר
spake
Strong's:
H1696
Word #:
3 of 6
perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue
Cross References
Historical Context
This likely occurred during the Syro-Ephraimite war (735-732 BC) when Judah faced invasion. Ahaz was tempted to trust in Assyrian military alliance rather than God's promises. Isaiah received multiple revelations during this period, all calling Judah to trust God rather than political alliances. The historical context shows God's patience in repeatedly sending His word to stubborn, fearful people.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God continue to speak to His people through successive generations via His written word?
- What does this verse teach about bringing our fears and crises repeatedly before God in prayer?
- How do we discern God's continued guidance through Scripture when facing ongoing challenges?
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Analysis & Commentary
The Lord's continued revelation to Isaiah indicates ongoing prophetic instruction during the crisis. The repetition 'spake also unto me again' emphasizes that God doesn't give one word and remain silent—He continues to speak, guide, and warn. This reflects the sufficiency and progressive nature of divine revelation. God addresses His people's fears and misplaced trust, calling them to faithful confidence. The Reformed principle of sola Scriptura affirms that God's word remains our sufficient guide through every crisis.