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. It is isaiah who writes in the most detailed manner of the promised messiah. Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah kindle. It is semitechnical, so those who are not trained in the biblical languages may find some sections more difficult than others, but the wealth of exegetical insight is worth the effort. The prophet isaiah was primarily called to prophesy to the kingdom of judah. It is identified by a superscription as the words of the. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Delitzsch a grace notes study was an act of unbelief originating merely in the same confident expectation of help from egypt which had occasioned the destruction of the. A concise commentary on the book of isaiah eugene kimble, ph. For the unity of the book as a whole, see the structure on p. Proto isaiah chapters 9, deutero isaiah chapters 4055 and trito isaiah chapters 5666. Isaiah commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.
Book of isaiah overview insight for living ministries. As an old testament scholar young concentrates primarily on the meaning of the text and expresses the force of the original language to give a fuller understanding of the prophets message. Isaiah was married to a prophetess who bore him at least two sons isaiah 7. Book of isaiah, one of the major prophetical writings of the old testament. Like his contemporary amos who delivered gods messages at the shrine in bethel to the unrepentant people of israel, isaiah clearly saw that lipservice worship. The heading of the book and at least thirteen other places within the book claim isaiah as the speakerwriter.
The author shows how the writing of the prophet isaiah, though grounded in the history of the ancient near east, make use. Drawing on a lifetime of study and teaching the book, j. Of all the eighth century prophetic books, none matches the sheer scope of the book of isaiah. Oswalt, the book of isaiah, chapters 4066, nicot grand rapids. He gives you the tools and tells you to go find it out for yourself. It goes back and forth between describing the total destruction of all nations and human civilization boo, to looking forward to a time of universal peace and goodness yay. Isaiah the niv application commentary kindle edition by. The word that isaiah the son of amos saw concerning judah and jerusalem. God is the holy one of israel who must punish his rebellious. An overview of the book of isaiah bible commentary. The prophecy of daniel and my servant the prophets. Isaiah chapters 16 free bible commentary in easy english. Listen to chuck swindolls overview of isaiah in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork.
You can find the best commentary on isaiah for you using the tools on the right side. How the sovereign lord god prepares his servants isaiah 6. Many scholars today challenge the claim that isaiah wrote the entire book that bears his name. While the book of isaiah provides several historical touch points that anchor the prophet in a particular period of judahs history, the book ranges in its visions from isaiahs own times through to the end of time when god creates new heavens and a new earth is. And surely, isaiah s prophecies are part of the basis of pauls conviction that the jews will finally be saved romans 911, especially 11. The best commentary on isaiah is totally free right now. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading isaiah the niv application commentary. As is the case with nearly all the books of the prophets, the book of isaiah takes its name from its writer. A new translation with introduction and commentary.
Oswalt provides an extensive introduction to the book along with an extensive bibliography using his own translation and a versebyverse commentary to examine the intricate details of this important prophet and his message. The apocalyptic commentary could be its own book altogether. Best commentaries and books on isaiah logos bible software. Windows on the prophecy of isaiah many examples of analyzing or searching isaiahs words and the tools needed to do ones own investigation for judeochristian readers. He shows how the writings of the prophet isaiah, though grounded in the history of the ancient near east, make use of literary devices to. The vision concerning judah and jerusalem that isaiah son of amoz saw during the reigns of uzziah, jotham, ahaz and hezekiah, kings of judah. Oswalt presents a detailed, scholarly, evangelical commentary on chapters 9 of isaiah. Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah a versebyverse analysis of isaiah s endtime prophecy for judeochristian readers. Judah was going through times of revival and times of rebellion. Versebyverse analysis of isaiah s endtime prophecy.
The 8 th century bc prophet isaiah, son of amoz, is named as the inspired writer of the book of isaiah is 1. The book is easier to understand if we divide it into main sections. His name, yeshaiah in hebrew, means yahweh is salvation, and his name aptly summarizes the content of his writings. 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. To read through the entire book of isaiah, please click through the chapter links below. Alec motyer presents a landmark, singlevolume commentary on the prophecy of isaiah.
The lessons are arranged by author, which for the most part leaves them in chapter order. The best commentary on isaiah, hands down, is motyers stand alone volume published by intervarsity press. Young, in his fine threevolume commentary of isaiah, explains what the prophet meant. Dailyweekly isbn 9781628243499 paperback isbn 9781628243536 dvd isbn 9781628243505 mobi isbn 9781628243512 epub isbn 9781628243529 updf 1. Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah renowned hebrew scholar and literary analyst, avraham gileadi presents an informed and enlightening interpretation of the most important prophecy in the bible. The first part protoisaiah prophesies death and destruction, but keeps lightening it up with cheery prophecies of a good and holy kingdom at the end of time. 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. May 02, 2020 the messiahs kingdom on earth isaiah chapters 6566 is the goal toward which all of the book of isaiah points. Abilene christian university press abilene, texas has just released its new commentary, the transforming word one volume bible commentary. You can break isaiah down into roughly three parts. Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah deseret book. Isaiah the niv application commentary kindle edition by oswalt, john.
The new testament quotes and applies more scriptures from the book of isaiah than any other old testament prophet. This echoes the meaning of isaiahs name, which means the salvation of yahweh. A bible commentary on the books of daniel and revelation is expected to be enlarged over time as hard copy commentary notes are scanned, typed and edited in webpage format. Judah was threatened with destruction by assyria and egypt, but was spared. For many within the biblical field, the publication of yet another commentary seems about the last thing needed, says brevard childs in the preface to his commentary on isaiah. Among the many liberal positions advocated, this volume argues for the multiple authorship of the book of isaiah.
Jewish and christian tradition is uniform in attributing this book to isaiah. Isaiah 1 to 9 free bible commentary in easy english. As is the case with nearly all the books of the prophets, the book of isaiah. The ox knows its master, the donkey its owners manger, but israel does not know, my people. 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. Apr 27, 2015 for many within the biblical field, the publication of yet another commentary seems about the last thing needed, says brevard childs in the preface to his commentary on isaiah. Isaiah the book of the prophet isaiah is one of the most b eautiful pieces of prose in the world of literature. 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 justice and redemption.
The first part proto isaiah prophesies death and destruction, but keeps lightening it up with cheery prophecies of a good and holy kingdom at the end of time. I have reared sons, brought them up, but they have revolted against me. The book of isaiah, as it now appears in our old testament, contains far more than can be attributed to the prophet. There are technically three separate parts to the book of isaiah. The words king, servant and messiah do not always mean the same people in isaiahs book. The book of isaiah 3 for a fuller discussion of this structure see john n. The 8 th century bc prophet isaiah, son of amoz, is named as the inspired writer of the book of isaiah. 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. The author shows how the writing of the prophet isaiah, though grounded in the history of the ancient near east, make use of literary devices to predict the end of the world. The acu commentary and the unity of the book of isaiah. Gileadi is by far, the best isaiah scholar there is. Israels ungrateful rebellion and yahwehs gracious invitation isaiah 1. His name signifies the salvation of the lorda proper name for a prophet by whom god gives knowledge of salvation to his people, especially for this prophet, who prophesies so much of jesus the saviour and of the great salvation wrought out by him. Notice, the vision singular that isaiah saw concerning judah and jerusalem extended through the reigns of four kings.
While the book of isaiah provides several historical touch points that anchor the prophet in a particular period of judahs history, the book ranges in its visions from isaiah s own times through to the end of time when god creates new heavens and a new earth is. 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. Smith study from the bible and be encouraged to grow your faith. The superscription identifies isaiah as the son of amoz and his book as the vision of isaiah.
Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah quantity. Isaiah overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. The historical background for the book of isaiah spans more than two centuries, beginning with the ascension to the assyrian throne of tiglathpilezer iii in 745 b. The author actually studied as a rabbi, learning hebrew and the manners and customs of jewish understanding for years before he noted and wrote an easier to understand hebrewtoenglish isaiah translation help. Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah kindle edition by gileadi, avraham. The book of isaiah is the first of the latter prophets in the hebrew bible and the first of the.
Analytical translation with comprehensive concordance a beautiful modern english translation with concordance for facilitating word studies. While little is known of the personal life of the prophet, he is considered to be one of the greatest of them all. Jan 05, 2016 the study then dives into the book of isaiah spanning 26 lessons. Isaiah is a book with a good number of what you might call mood swings in it. Although isaiah was not the first prophet his prophecies form the longest and most extensive prophetic book of holy scripture. Sure, god might attack and annihilate people for wearing. Study the bible online using commentary on isaiah and more.
Isaiah is often referred to as the prince of prophets by commentators and biblical scholars because of the. A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of isaiah in easy english. Isaiah overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. The authors of the book of isaiah in its present form were addressing a small jewish community in and near jerusalem. Isaiah the niv application commentary kindle edition. Isaiahs name means, the lord is salvation, and in chapter 12, verse 10 isaiah says of himself, behold, god is my salvation. In a seeming paradox, the book of isaiah also presents the messiah as one who will suffer. Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah notes on isaiah. Each lesson contains an introductory section, versebyverse. Isaiah bible book with full chapters king james version.
The book of isaiah nicot, 1986, technical pastoral. The study then dives into the book of isaiah spanning 26 lessons. Isaiah is a book that unveils the full dimensions of gods judgment and salvation. In the introduction to this work, oswalt considers isaiahs background, unity. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah. An informed and enlightening interpretation of the most important prophecy in the bible. The new testament quotes and applies more scriptures from the book. Visit sermons page for the complete list of sermons and bible commentaries. Read isaiah commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The book is a collection of oracles, prophecies, and reports. 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.
This book contains the prophesies of isaiah, the son of amoz, who ministered from about 740 to 680 b. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. It is during the reign of the messiah that gods righteousness will be fully revealed to the world. This incredible book has changed my understanding of isaiah completely. And he points out the checks and balances within isaiah so you can correct your own work as you go. As a whole, the book is a rather large collection of writings that were produced by a number of different authors, some of whom were separated by relatively long periods of time. I reared children and brought them up, but they have rebelled against me. The bible book of isaiah with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. The book of isaiah is one of the most important books of the old testament.
Top 5 commentaries on the book of isaiah ligonier ministries. On each page, you will find a chapter of the book of isaiah that you will be able to read through. An overview of the book of isaiah bible commentary theology of. Isaiah 1 niv the vision concerning judah and bible gateway. The name of the prophet, isaiah, or jesahiahu for so it is in the hebrew, which, in the new testament is read esaias. The septuagint, translated about 250 bc, shows no distinction between the two halves of the book.
Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah by avraham gileadi 20912 paperback january 1, 1650 4. Apocalyptic commentary of the book of isaiah by avraham. In my opinion, this is the best, most thorough commentary on the book of isaiah calvins commentary is an obvious classic as well. The book of isaiah was written between 739 and 681 b. A versebyverse analysis of isaiah s endtime prophecy for judeochristian readers that opens up isaiah s message written for our day. Book of isaiah, also spelled isaias, one of the major prophetical writings of the old testament. Intervarsity press, 1993, 46162, for the same idea with variations. Youngs classic 3volume commentary on the book of isaiah allows the prophet to speak for himself as he gives a linebyline exegesis of the prophetic book.
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