Can God rescue us from the problems we face? Can he save us from oppressive world powers? Can he break the power of our sin and help us deal with its consequences? Isaiah answers these questions with a resounding yes! The prophet’s words sometimes overwhelm us with their beauty. At other times, his piercing words reveal our sin and drive us to our knees. Isaiah’s own ministry began with a visio…
1Lo que vio Isaías hijo de Amoz acerca de Judá y de Jerusalén.
2Acontecerá en lo postrero de los tiempos, que será confirmado el monte de la casa de Jehová como cabeza de los montes, y será exaltado sobre los collados, y correrán a él todas las naciones.
3Y vendrán muchos pueblos, y dirán: Venid, y subamos al monte de Jehová, a la casa del Dios de Jacob; y nos enseñará sus caminos, y caminaremos por sus sendas. Porque de Sion saldrá la ley, y de Jerusalén la palabra de Jehová.
4Y juzgará entre las naciones, y reprenderá a muchos pueblos; y volverán sus espadas en rejas de arado, y sus lanzas en hoces; no alzará espada nación contra nación, ni se adiestrarán más para la guerra.
5Venid, oh casa de Jacob, y caminaremos a la luz de Jehová.
6Ciertamente tú has dejado tu pueblo, la casa de Jacob, porque están llenos de costumbres traídas del oriente, y de agoreros, como los filisteos; y pactan con hijos de extranjeros.
7Su tierra está llena de plata y oro, sus tesoros no tienen fin. También está su tierra llena de caballos, y sus carros son innumerables.
8Además su tierra está llena de ídolos, y se han arrodillado ante la obra de sus manos y ante lo que fabricaron sus dedos.
9Y se ha inclinado el hombre, y el varón se ha humillado; por tanto, no los perdones.
10Métete en la peña, escóndete en el polvo, de la presencia temible de Jehová, y del resplandor de su majestad.
11La altivez de los ojos del hombre será abatida, y la soberbia de los hombres será humillada; y Jehová solo será exaltado en aquel día.
12Porque día de Jehová de los ejércitos vendrá sobre todo soberbio y altivo, sobre todo enaltecido, y será abatido;
13sobre todos los cedros del Líbano altos y erguidos, y sobre todas las encinas de Basán;
14sobre todos los montes altos, y sobre todos los collados elevados;
15sobre toda torre alta, y sobre todo muro fuerte;
16sobre todas las naves de Tarsis, y sobre todas las pinturas preciadas.
17La altivez del hombre será abatida, y la soberbia de los hombres será humillada; y solo Jehová será exaltado en aquel día.
18Y quitará totalmente los ídolos.
19Y se meterán en las cavernas de las peñas y en las aberturas de la tierra, por la presencia temible de Jehová, y por el resplandor de su majestad, cuando él se levante para castigar la tierra.
20Aquel día arrojará el hombre a los topos y murciélagos sus ídolos de plata y sus ídolos de oro, que le hicieron para que adorase,
21y se meterá en las hendiduras de las rocas y en las cavernas de las peñas, por la presencia formidable de Jehová, y por el resplandor de su majestad, cuando se levante para castigar la tierra.
22Dejaos del hombre, cuyo aliento está en su nariz; porque ¿de qué es él estimado?
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
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Versículo 1
I. 2:1 vision (literally word): This heading (see 1:1) likely introduces the revelation of chs 2–12.…
2:1 vision (literally word): This heading (see 1:1) likely introduces the revelation of chs 2–12. The main focus of this section is on Judah, but a handful of passages expand that focus to include the nations in general (2:2-4), humanity at large (2:6-22), Syria and the northern kingdom of Israel (chs 7–9), and the Assyrians (ch 10).
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Versículo 2
II. 2:2-4 God’s gracious salvation would one day extend beyond Israel and Judah. This would prompt th…
2:2-4 God’s gracious salvation would one day extend beyond Israel and Judah. This would prompt the nations to come to Zion, not in battle but to be blessed there and live by the rules of God’s kingdom. Isaiah encouraged Judah to look at the benefits that the nations would enjoy. He wanted to stimulate the people of Judah (2:5) to jealousy and provoke them to follow the Lord so that they would not be left out in that day. This section is repeated almost verbatim in Micah 4:1-3.
2:2 In the Old Testament, the expression the last days is a general reference to the future era (see Jer 49:39; Ezek 38:16; Hos 3:5); in the New Testament, it is used to refer to the period that began with the coming of the Lord Jesus (Heb 1:2) and more specifically to the period immediately preceding the end of the present age (2 Pet 3:3). • The mountain of the Lord’s house referred to the Temple Mount. This location symbolized God’s glorious exaltation (see Isa 6:1) and his kingdom on earth. Isaiah’s focus on God’s exalted and supreme kingship flows out of his famous vision of God (ch 6). • Far from being a narrow nationalistic dream, Isaiah’s prophetic hope extended beyond Judah and Jerusalem to include people from all over the world.
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III. 2:3 Human society will undergo changes as people conform to God’s revelation and follow his ways …
2:3 Human society will undergo changes as people conform to God’s revelation and follow his ways and paths. • Judah received the revelation (teaching . . . word) but did not obey it (1:10-15); however, the nations will be ready to do God’s will.
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Versículo 4
IV. 2:4 The Kingdom of God is evident when conflict and violence end, and it is characterized by peac…
2:4 The Kingdom of God is evident when conflict and violence end, and it is characterized by peace (Rom 14:17). People will cooperate willingly or they will be forced to end their hostilities (Ps 46:9). The nations will submit to divine arbitration rather than go to war (see Isa 1:18-20). • The words mediate and settle refer to God’s acts here, but later verses show the Messiah as the executor of justice (11:3-4). When this takes place, war will cease, and the nations will change their instruments of war into agricultural tools. • swords into plowshares: Cp. Joel 3:10, where the nations are exhorted to hammer their plowshares into swords.
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Versículo 5
V. 2:5–4:1 Isaiah condemned Israel’s and Judah’s arrogance and self-exaltation, warning them that on…
2:5–4:1 Isaiah condemned Israel’s and Judah’s arrogance and self-exaltation, warning them that only God was to be exalted. All attempts by humans to lift themselves up will actually result in humiliation.
2:5-22 The prophet threatened judgment and scoffed at human pride. All human structures (religious, economic, military, social) will come under divine scrutiny and be found deficient on the day of the Lord—that final day in history when God will judge the wicked once and for all (1 Cor 1:8; 1 Thes 5:2; 2 Thes 2:2; 2 Pet 3:10; Rev 20:7-15). At times, the prophets also used the expression “the day of the Lord” (or others like it, such as “that day”) to refer to special instances of God’s judgment upon wickedness during the course of history (see Isa 13:6, 9; Ezek 13:5; 30:3; Obad 1:15). On the day of the Lord, God alone will be exalted, while all human wickedness and pride will be struck down. The glorious day of God’s coming will fill wicked and arrogant humans with terror (Isa 2:10, 19, 21).
2:5 Come . . . let us walk: Walking in God’s light (his revelation) will lead to glorious participation in his kingdom (see 60:1; 1 Jn 1:7). God is the only light that overcomes the darkness of sin and evil (Isa 9:2). People cannot generate such light in and of themselves (59:9) but must walk in the light God provides, as they trust him and live in obedience to his will (50:10). • The phrase descendants of Jacob alludes to Israel’s special historic relationship with the Lord as well as their history of sinfulness and rebellion (see 14:1; 48:1).
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Versículo 6
VI. 2:6 The Lord had rejected his people to discipline them (8:17). While not permanent, the rejectio…
2:6 The Lord had rejected his people to discipline them (8:17). While not permanent, the rejection seriously threatened their expectations of a glorious future. • sorcerers: These practitioners of pagan religion were expressly banned from Israel (Deut 18:10-11). • The Philistines were Israel’s ancient enemies (Isa 9:12; 11:14; 14:29, 31).
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Versículo 7
VII. 2:7-8 Isaiah pointed out all the things that people substitute for the true God: material achieve…
2:7-8 Isaiah pointed out all the things that people substitute for the true God: material achievements and securities (silver . . . treasures), military strength (warhorses . . . chariots), and objects of affection (idols). Such wealth and military strength characterized the reign of King Uzziah (2 Chr 26:6-21). Elsewhere, Isaiah pointed out the sheer folly of worshiping anything that is made with one’s own hands (see Isa 44:9-20; 45:16).
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Versículo 10
VIII. 2:10 In the day of God’s judgment, people will seek refuge in caves in the rocks, natural hiding …
2:10 In the day of God’s judgment, people will seek refuge in caves in the rocks, natural hiding places in the rocky land of Judah, rather than repent in humility before almighty God. Kings and leaders as well as slaves and free persons will seek protection from judgment (see also Rev 6:15). • The terror of the Lord refers to God’s unbridled wrath against wickedness that will be revealed on the day of the Lord’s judgment. The prophecy shifts from Israel (Isa 2:5-6) to humanity at large. The Lord is against anything and anyone that exalts and trusts in human structures and beliefs rather than in him (2:11-12, 22).
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Versículo 11
IX. 2:11-12 A key theme in Isaiah is that the Lord will be exalted and humble people will be restored…
2:11-12 A key theme in Isaiah is that the Lord will be exalted and humble people will be restored (57:15), while proud and mighty people are humbled (26:5). • The day of judgment and the “day of reckoning” are also called the “day of the Lord.” There are seven such references in chs 2–4 (2:11, 17, 20; 3:6, 18; 4:1, 2).
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Versículo 13
X. 2:13-16 The prophet used several images of human strength to elaborate on 2:11-12.
2:13-16 The prophet used several images of human strength to elaborate on 2:11-12.
2:13 The cedars of Lebanon were prized trees used in the construction of Solomon’s Temple and palace (1 Kgs 5:6) and other important buildings (Ezra 3:7). They represented wealth and power (2 Chr 25:18; Pss 92:12; 104:16), yet these mighty trees were as nothing before the Lord (Isa 10:34; 33:9; see the boast of Sennacherib in 37:24). • The oaks of Bashan were also an image of strength and splendor (Ezek 27:6); they, too, will disappoint (Isa 33:9; Nah 1:4; Zech 11:2).
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Versículo 16
XI. 2:16 every magnificent vessel: Ornate sea-going vessels were a sign of prosperity.
2:16 every magnificent vessel: Ornate sea-going vessels were a sign of prosperity.
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Versículo 17
XII. 2:17 The day of judgment is the “day of the Lord” (see 13:4-13).
2:17 The day of judgment is the “day of the Lord” (see 13:4-13).
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Versículo 20
XIII. 2:20-21 Animals such as rodents and bats lead a shadowy, subterranean existence. Those who worshi…
2:20-21 Animals such as rodents and bats lead a shadowy, subterranean existence. Those who worship idols will become like them in attempting to escape the Lord’s judgment.
XIV
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XIV. 2:22 The judgment prophecy of 2:6-21 is set between two related exhortations: to trust the Lord (…
2:22 The judgment prophecy of 2:6-21 is set between two related exhortations: to trust the Lord (2:5) and not to put trust in human beings (2:22). • Human strength is temporary, frail as breath (see Ps 90).
Antiguo Testamento
Isaiah — Capítulo 2
Can God rescue us from the problems we face? Can he save us from oppressive world powers? Can he break the power of our sin and help us deal with its consequences? Isaiah answers these questions with a resounding yes! The prophet’s words sometimes overwhelm us with their beauty. At other times, his piercing words reveal our sin and drive us to our knees. Isaiah’s own ministry began with a visio…
Texto — Reina-Valera 1960
1Lo que vio Isaías hijo de Amoz acerca de Judá y de Jerusalén.
2Acontecerá en lo postrero de los tiempos, que será confirmado el monte de la casa de Jehová como cabeza de los montes, y será exaltado sobre los collados, y correrán a él todas las naciones.
3Y vendrán muchos pueblos, y dirán: Venid, y subamos al monte de Jehová, a la casa del Dios de Jacob; y nos enseñará sus caminos, y caminaremos por sus sendas. Porque de Sion saldrá la ley, y de Jerusalén la palabra de Jehová.
4Y juzgará entre las naciones, y reprenderá a muchos pueblos; y volverán sus espadas en rejas de arado, y sus lanzas en hoces; no alzará espada nación contra nación, ni se adiestrarán más para la guerra.
5Venid, oh casa de Jacob, y caminaremos a la luz de Jehová.
6Ciertamente tú has dejado tu pueblo, la casa de Jacob, porque están llenos de costumbres traídas del oriente, y de agoreros, como los filisteos; y pactan con hijos de extranjeros.
7Su tierra está llena de plata y oro, sus tesoros no tienen fin. También está su tierra llena de caballos, y sus carros son innumerables.
8Además su tierra está llena de ídolos, y se han arrodillado ante la obra de sus manos y ante lo que fabricaron sus dedos.
9Y se ha inclinado el hombre, y el varón se ha humillado; por tanto, no los perdones.
10Métete en la peña, escóndete en el polvo, de la presencia temible de Jehová, y del resplandor de su majestad.
11La altivez de los ojos del hombre será abatida, y la soberbia de los hombres será humillada; y Jehová solo será exaltado en aquel día.
12Porque día de Jehová de los ejércitos vendrá sobre todo soberbio y altivo, sobre todo enaltecido, y será abatido;
13sobre todos los cedros del Líbano altos y erguidos, y sobre todas las encinas de Basán;
14sobre todos los montes altos, y sobre todos los collados elevados;
15sobre toda torre alta, y sobre todo muro fuerte;
16sobre todas las naves de Tarsis, y sobre todas las pinturas preciadas.
17La altivez del hombre será abatida, y la soberbia de los hombres será humillada; y solo Jehová será exaltado en aquel día.
18Y quitará totalmente los ídolos.
19Y se meterán en las cavernas de las peñas y en las aberturas de la tierra, por la presencia temible de Jehová, y por el resplandor de su majestad, cuando él se levante para castigar la tierra.
20Aquel día arrojará el hombre a los topos y murciélagos sus ídolos de plata y sus ídolos de oro, que le hicieron para que adorase,
21y se meterá en las hendiduras de las rocas y en las cavernas de las peñas, por la presencia formidable de Jehová, y por el resplandor de su majestad, cuando se levante para castigar la tierra.
22Dejaos del hombre, cuyo aliento está en su nariz; porque ¿de qué es él estimado?
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
Versículo 1
I. 2:1 vision (literally word): This heading (see 1:1) likely introduces the revelation of chs 2–12.…
Versículo 2
II. 2:2-4 God’s gracious salvation would one day extend beyond Israel and Judah. This would prompt th…
Versículo 3
III. 2:3 Human society will undergo changes as people conform to God’s revelation and follow his ways …
Versículo 4
IV. 2:4 The Kingdom of God is evident when conflict and violence end, and it is characterized by peac…
Versículo 5
V. 2:5–4:1 Isaiah condemned Israel’s and Judah’s arrogance and self-exaltation, warning them that on…
Versículo 6
VI. 2:6 The Lord had rejected his people to discipline them (8:17). While not permanent, the rejectio…
Versículo 7
VII. 2:7-8 Isaiah pointed out all the things that people substitute for the true God: material achieve…
Versículo 10
VIII. 2:10 In the day of God’s judgment, people will seek refuge in caves in the rocks, natural hiding …
Versículo 11
IX. 2:11-12 A key theme in Isaiah is that the Lord will be exalted and humble people will be restored…
Versículo 13
X. 2:13-16 The prophet used several images of human strength to elaborate on 2:11-12.
Versículo 16
XI. 2:16 every magnificent vessel: Ornate sea-going vessels were a sign of prosperity.
Versículo 17
XII. 2:17 The day of judgment is the “day of the Lord” (see 13:4-13).
Versículo 20
XIII. 2:20-21 Animals such as rodents and bats lead a shadowy, subterranean existence. Those who worshi…
Versículo 22
XIV. 2:22 The judgment prophecy of 2:6-21 is set between two related exhortations: to trust the Lord (…