Bible commentary on book of isaiah

Drawing on a lifetime of study and teaching the book, j. Although isaiah was not the first prophet his prophecies form the longest and most extensive prophetic book of holy scripture. Blue letter bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on christ and the gospel of his peace and righteousness. The former part of the title seems properly to belong to this particular prophecy. The jps bnai mitzvah torah commentary rabbi jeffrey k. Salkin jewish publication society 2018 trade paperback. To read through the entire book of isaiah, please click through the chapter links below. This prophecy continuing on through isaiah 4 is directed towards the southern kingdom judah and its capital jerusalem. I reared children and brought them up, but they have rebelled against me. There were more prophecies of the coming messiah in isaiah than any other book, except psalms. The complete book of isaiah is an anthology of poems composed chiefly by the great prophet, but also by disciples, some of whom came many years after isaiah. His mastery of the language, his rich and vast vocabulary, and his poetic skill have earned him the title, shakespeare of the bible. Study isaiah using matthew henry bible commentary complete to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The 8 th century bc prophet isaiah, son of amoz, is named as the inspired writer of the book of isaiah.

As is the case with nearly all the books of the prophets, the book of isaiah takes its name from its writer. On each page, you will find a chapter of the book of isaiah that you will be able to read through. Study isaiah using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. It is isaiah who writes in the most detailed manner of the promised messiah. And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the lords house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills. His name, yeshaiah in hebrew, means yahweh is salvation, and his name aptly summarizes the content of his writings. In the year that king uzziah died, i saw the lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of his robe filled the temple. The king of babylon, for the time being, shall be remarkably brought down and triumphed over, isaiah 14. Bible commentary produced by tow project according to isaiah 1. For a fuller treatment of the text consider homer haileys a commentary on isaiah with emphasis on the messianic hope religious supply. Smith study from the bible and be encouraged to grow your faith.

The ox knows its master, the donkey its owners manger, but israel does not know, my people. While little is known of the personal life of the prophet, he is considered to be one of the greatest of them all. The new testament quotes and applies more scriptures from the book of isaiah than any other old testament prophet. Andrew davis provides theological depth and shows seasoned pastoral care in his commentary on the book of isaiah. He unpacks isaiah in such a way as to provide the reader with a full picture of the books historical context, while at the same time exploring the many messianic connections to the new testament, highlighting its christcenteredness. Sidlow baxter, in exploring the book, introduces his analysis of isaiah with the observation. This was revealed to isaiah in some kind of vision, because this was a word that he saw. It is israels cause that is to be pleaded in this quarrel with babylon, isaiah 14. The vision concerning judah and jerusalem that isaiah son of amoz saw during the reigns of uzziah, jotham, ahaz and hezekiah, kings of judah.

Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading isaiah understanding the bible commentary series. This bible commentary on isaiah is from college press and it is only for your personal use. Isaiah 2 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the. Isaiah is the first book containing the writings of the prophets of the bible. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Alec motyer presents a landmark, singlevolume commentary on the prophecy of isaiah. The holy bible book 23 isaiah kjv dramatized audio.

The first 39 chapters of the book of isaiah prophesy doom for a sinful judah and for all the nations of the world that oppose god. The book of isaiah, volume i of 2 kindle edition by smith, george adam. There are technically three separate parts to the book of isaiah. In the hebrew bible the book of isaiah initiates a division called the latter prophets for the former prophets see introduction tojoshua. An overview of the book of isaiah bible commentary. It warns them of what will happen to them if they continue to oppose god. The northern kingdom collapsed, under the hammerlike blows of assyria, in 722721 b. The book of isaiah was written between 739 and 681 b. Isaiah is often referred to as the prince of prophets by commentators and biblical scholars because of the powerful way he presents the themes of. The vision of isaiah the son of amoz, which he saw concerning judah and jerusalem in the days of uzziah, jotham, ahaz, and hezekiah, kings of judah. Study the bible online using commentary on isaiah and more. In the introduction to this work, oswalt considers isaiah s background, unity of composition, date and authorship, canonicity, hebrew text, theology, and problems of interpretation, and he offers a select bibliography for further research. The prophet isaiah was primarily called to prophesy to the kingdom of judah.

The man, isaiah, was a prophet and preacher at the time he wrote this book. Best isaiah commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. The fact that the word of god is translated into the word of man is only surpassed by the fact that the word of god became flesh in the person of jesus christ, a fact of which isaiah testifies. The book of isaiah contains 66 chapters divided into 39, and 27 the same way the old and new testament is divided. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. A concise commentary on the book of isaiah eugene kimble, ph.

This is the holy book of isaiah, known as the book of the prophet isaiah. Bible study isaiah chapter 11 part 2 by revelation tv. Isaiah overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. Isaiah overview matthew henrys complete commentary on the. Oswalt, new international commentary on the old testament nicot, eerdmans, 1986, 759 pp. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. It was designed for use in bible classes, family study, or personal study. Isaiah is the source of nearly a quarter of the old testament quotations and allusions cited in the new testament, more than any other bible book even squeaking past the psalms. Isaiah is often referred to as the prince of prophets by commentators and biblical scholars because of the. Anyone who approaches a st udy of this book must do it with fear and trembling. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and many more. Notice his striking language and imagery throughout the book. This book contains the prophesies of isaiah, the son of amoz, who ministered from about 740 to 680 b.

Isaiah is considered one of the literary gems of the ancient world. Title and theological theme, including also jeremiah, ezekiel and the twelve minor prophets so called because of their small size by comparison with the major prophetic books of isaiah, jeremiah and ezekiel, and not at all. The word that isaiah the son of amos saw concerning judah and jerusalem. Book iii is filled with the prophecies from 705 to 702, a numerous group, called forth from isaiah by the rebellion and political activity in palestine consequent on sargons death and preliminary to sennacheribs arrival. Prophecy plants hope and salvation in the book of isaiah. You can find the best commentary on isaiah for you using the tools on the right side. What beethoven is in the realm of music, what shakespeare is in the realm of literature, what spurgeon was among the victorian preachers, that is isaiah among the prophets. Judah was going through times of revival and times of rebellion.

The book of isaiah carries on the theme of judgment and hope, laying the groundwork for gods kingdom, a new covenant and renewed creation in the future. The lords kingdom on earth, with its righteous ruler and his righteous subjects, is the goal toward which the book of isaiah steadily moves. Commentary to book of isaiah, by john schultz c 2007 bibl ecommentaries. Read isaiah commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Book of isaiah matthew henry bible commentary complete. The book of isaiah 3 the book of isaiah the man, the times, and the book isaiah is often referred to as the messianic prophet, because of his many prophecies that were fulfilled in jesus. Bible commentary on the book of isaiah part 1 bible commentary on the book of isaiah part 2 bible commentary on the book of isaiah part 3. Isaiah commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. The class book material is suitable for teens or adults. An overview of the book of isaiah bible commentary produced by tow project according to isaiah 1. The book is a collection of oracles, prophecies, and reports. Isaiah overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. In a seeming paradox, the book of isaiah also presents the messiah as one who will suffer. May 02, 2020 the messiahs kingdom on earth isaiah chapters 6566 is the goal toward which all of the book of isaiah points.

This chapter begins the second half of the book of isaiah. The centerpiece is isaiahs unrivaled chapter 53, portraying christ as the slain lamb of god. Best commentaries and books on isaiah logos bible software. For about 20 years, he spoke to both the northern kingdom of israel and the southern kingdom of judah. Isaiah s name means, the lord is salvation, and in chapter 12, verse 10 isaiah says of himself, behold, god is my salvation. Isaiah, in my opinion, is the most spiritual of the old testament books.

What beethoven is in the realm of music, what shakespeare is in the. It is identified by a superscription as the words of the 8thcentury bce prophet isaiah ben amoz, but there is extensive evidence that much of it was composed during the babylonian. Isaiah understanding the bible commentary series kindle edition by goldingay, john, hubbard, robert, johnston, robert. The book of isaiah, chapters 4066 the new international commentary on the old testament john n. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Gods prophet of doom and deliverance quality publications. Isaiah bible study courses section 1 the book of isaiah this course is designed as an expository study of the book of isaiah, taking the student through the first third of this prophetic book with cross references to other portions of scripture. Bible commentary exp isaiah isaiah expositors bible commentary. Oswalt as an amazon associate, if you use the link above, we receive a small percentage from qualifying purchases.

Listen to chuck swindolls overview of isaiah in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. The book of isaiah is one of the most important books of the old testament. Isaiah 58 niv true fasting shout it aloud, do bible. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading expositors bible. The vision of isaiah it seems doubtful, says bishop lowth, whether this title belongs to the whole book, or only to the prophecy contained in this chapter. Isaiah 58 to 66 free bible commentary in easy english. It is during the reign of the messiah that gods righteousness will be fully revealed to the world. Isaiah is the first of all prophetic books in the modern editions as well as in the hebrew bible where he is the first of the later prophets.

The strongest argument for the unity of isaiah is the expression the holy one of israel, a title for god that occurs 12 times in chs. And the author, isaiah, who is called the prince of prophets, shines above all the other writers and prophets of scripture. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Isaiah, one of the greatest of the prophets, appeared at a critical moment in israels history. Isaiah was prophet during the reign of 5 kings, most of whom were evil. Isaiah couched this message in oracles of singular poetic beauty and power, oracles in which surprising shifts in syntax, audacious puns, and double or tripleentendre are a constant feature. In chapters 1 to 39, god warns his people about judgement for sins. Commentary on the book of isaiah by matthew henry old.

Isaiah was married to a prophetess who bore him at least two sons isaiah 7. In the very first verse he describes this book as a vision. Try to picture the images his words paint in your minds eye. The defeat of the forces of evil and the deliverance of the people of god isaiah 27. Isaiah 40 to 48 free bible commentary in easy english. Book of isaiah matthew henrys bible commentary concise. To study the book of isaiah is like tackling the bible as a whole. Isaiah understanding the bible commentary series kindle. The 8 th century bc prophet isaiah, son of amoz, is named as the inspired writer of the book of isaiah is 1. I felt like i was experiencing the events as i was reading about them. Bible study the book of isaiah introduction and overview by revelation tv. Study guide for isaiah by chuck smith blue letter bible. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends.

This commentary led me through the ministry and life of isaiah without my being overwhelmed by studying such a large book of the bible. Young, in his fine threevolume commentary of isaiah, explains what the prophet meant. Book iv contains the prophecies which refer to sennacheribs actual invasion of judah and siege of jerusalem, in 701. Isaiah 1 niv the vision concerning judah and bible gateway. It is identified by a superscription as the words of the. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural backgrounds study bible niv and nrsv is just a step away. Introduction as the following exposition of the book of isaiah does not observe the canonical arrangement of the chapters, a short introduction is necessary upon the plan which has been adopted. Book of isaiah overview insight for living ministries. Click the commentary tab or pulldown menu for a full selection of commentaries over any bible passage you are researching. Isaiah chapter 14 verse by verse bible commentary matthew. A list of the best commentaries on isaiah ranked by.

Many scholars today challenge the claim that isaiah wrote the entire book that bears his name. He emphasizes the grammatical, historical, structural, literary, and theological dimensions of the text and pays particular attention to three central and recurring themes. Isaiahs name means, the lord is salvation, and in chapter 12, verse 10 isaiah says of himself, behold, god is my salvation. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on isaiah chapters 58 to 66. Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the word of god in order to refocus one. Intro to isaiah biblica the international bible society. In sheer size, isaiah second only to the book of psalms length and in the number of chapters. In the first twenty verses of his book, isaiah masterfully sets the main themes of law and gospel before us. The book of isaiah free sermon outlines and bible studies. Questions in the lessons contain minimal human commentary, but instead guide students to study to understand scripture.

The restored earth and the restored people will then conform to the divine ideal, and all will result in the praise and glory of the holy one of israel for what he has accomplished. Com 1405 isaiah the book of the prophet isaiah is one of the most b eautiful pieces of prose in the world of literature. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The other events of hezekiahs reign and his acts of devotion are written in the vision of the prophet isaiah son of amoz in the book of the kings of judah and israel. The one thing that tells us beyond a doubt that isaiah, the prophet, wrote all of it, is his use of the title holy one of israel.