King James Version

What Does Isaiah 7:10 Mean?

Isaiah 7:10 in the King James Version says “Moreover the LORD spake again unto Ahaz, saying, Moreover: Heb. And the LORD added to speak — study this verse from Isaiah chapter 7 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

Moreover the LORD spake again unto Ahaz, saying, Moreover: Heb. And the LORD added to speak

Isaiah 7:10 · KJV


Context

8

For the head of Syria is Damascus, and the head of Damascus is Rezin; and within threescore and five years shall Ephraim be broken, that it be not a people. that: Heb. from a people

9

And the head of Ephraim is Samaria, and the head of Samaria is Remaliah's son. If ye will not believe, surely ye shall not be established. If: or, Do ye not believe? it is because ye are not stable

10

Moreover the LORD spake again unto Ahaz, saying, Moreover: Heb. And the LORD added to speak

11

Ask thee a sign of the LORD thy God; ask it either in the depth, or in the height above. ask it: or, make thy petition deep

12

But Ahaz said, I will not ask, neither will I tempt the LORD.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
The LORD's renewed initiative—'spoke again unto Ahaz'—demonstrates divine patience despite Ahaz's faltering faith. God graciously offers Ahaz opportunity to request a confirming sign, showing that He accommodates human weakness. This divine condescension reflects God's desire that His people walk by faith supported by evidence (John 20:29-31). The offer anticipates Gideon's fleece (Judges 6:36-40) and demonstrates that seeking confirmation isn't necessarily unbelief when done with submissive spirit.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Ahaz's crisis demanded decision—trust God or seek Assyria's help. God's offer of a sign provided tangible evidence to strengthen faith for right choice.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does God's gracious offer of signs demonstrate His compassion for our weak faith?
  2. When is seeking confirmation appropriate versus evidence of hardened unbelief?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 6 words
וַיּ֣וֹסֶף1 of 6

again

H3254

to add or augment (often adverbial, to continue to do a thing)

יְהוָ֔ה2 of 6

Moreover the LORD

H3068

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

דַּבֵּ֥ר3 of 6

spake

H1696

perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue

אֶל4 of 6
H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

אָחָ֖ז5 of 6

unto Ahaz

H271

achaz, the name of a jewish king and of an israelite

לֵאמֹֽר׃6 of 6

saying

H559

to say (used with great latitude)


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 7:10 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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