King James Version

What Does Isaiah 2:1 Mean?

Isaiah 2:1 in the King James Version says “The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. — study this verse from Isaiah chapter 2 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem.

Isaiah 2:1 · KJV


Context

1

The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem.

2

And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the LORD'S house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it. established: or, prepared

3

And many people shall go and say, Come ye, and let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob; and he will teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths: for out of Zion shall go forth the law, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
This superscription marks a distinct prophetic vision 'concerning Judah and Jerusalem,' indicating Isaiah's specific audience despite universal implications. The Hebrew 'chazah' (saw) emphasizes the supernatural origin of prophetic revelation—Isaiah perceives divine truth through spiritual sight, not natural observation. This grounds the following eschatological vision in divine authority.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Isaiah's prophecies were delivered during turbulent times of Assyrian expansion. By marking his visions as supernatural revelations, Isaiah establishes their authority above political pragmatism.

Reflection Questions

  1. How do you discern between human wisdom and genuine divine revelation?
  2. What does it mean for Scripture to be 'God-breathed' in light of prophetic visions like this?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 9 words
הַדָּבָר֙1 of 9

The word

H1697

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

אֲשֶׁ֣ר2 of 9
H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

חָזָ֔ה3 of 9

saw

H2372

to gaze at; mentally to perceive, contemplate (with pleasure); specifically, to have a vision of

יְשַֽׁעְיָ֖הוּ4 of 9

that Isaiah

H3470

jeshajah, the name of seven israelites

בֶּן5 of 9

the son

H1121

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

אָמ֑וֹץ6 of 9

of Amoz

H531

amots, an israelite

עַל7 of 9
H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

יְהוּדָ֖ה8 of 9

concerning Judah

H3063

jehudah (or judah), the name of five israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory

וִירוּשָׁלִָֽם׃9 of 9

and Jerusalem

H3389

jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Isaiah. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Isaiah 2:1 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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