King James Version
What Does Isaiah 38:6 Mean?
“And I will deliver thee and this city out of the hand of the king of Assyria: and I will defend this city.”
Context
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Then came the word of the LORD to Isaiah, saying,
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Go, and say to Hezekiah, Thus saith the LORD, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will add unto thy days fifteen years.
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And I will deliver thee and this city out of the hand of the king of Assyria: and I will defend this city.
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And this shall be a sign unto thee from the LORD, that the LORD will do this thing that he hath spoken;
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Behold, I will bring again the shadow of the degrees, which is gone down in the sun dial of Ahaz, ten degrees backward. So the sun returned ten degrees, by which degrees it was gone down. sun dial: Heb. degrees by, or, with the sun
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary5. The connection is: As Israel's high destiny is to be a blessing to all nations (Ge 12:3), let Israel's children walk worthy of it (Ep 5:8).
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
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 38:6 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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Cross-references from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge