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…
1En aquel día cantarán este cántico en tierra de Judá: Fuerte ciudad tenemos; salvación puso Dios por muros y antemuro.
2Abrid las puertas, y entrará la gente justa, guardadora de verdades.
3Tú guardarás en completa paz a aquel cuyo pensamiento en ti persevera; porque en ti ha confiado.
4Confiad en Jehová perpetuamente, porque en Jehová el Señor está la fortaleza de los siglos.
5Porque derribó a los que moraban en lugar sublime; humilló a la ciudad exaltada, la humilló hasta la tierra, la derribó hasta el polvo.
6La hollará pie, los pies del afligido, los pasos de los menesterosos.
7El camino del justo es rectitud; tú, que eres recto, pesas el camino del justo.
8También en el camino de tus juicios, oh Jehová, te hemos esperado; tu nombre y tu memoria son el deseo de nuestra alma.
9Con mi alma te he deseado en la noche, y en tanto que me dure el espíritu dentro de mí, madrugaré a buscarte; porque luego que hay juicios tuyos en la tierra, los moradores del mundo aprenden justicia.
10Se mostrará piedad al malvado, y no aprenderá justicia; en tierra de rectitud hará iniquidad, y no mirará a la majestad de Jehová.
11Jehová, tu mano está alzada, pero ellos no ven; verán al fin, y se avergonzarán los que envidian a tu pueblo; y a tus enemigos fuego los consumirá.
12Jehová, tú nos darás paz, porque también hiciste en nosotros todas nuestras obras.
13Jehová Dios nuestro, otros señores fuera de ti se han enseñoreado de nosotros; pero en ti solamente nos acordaremos de tu nombre.
14Muertos son, no vivirán; han fallecido, no resucitarán; porque los castigaste, y destruiste y deshiciste todo su recuerdo.
15Aumentaste el pueblo, oh Jehová, aumentaste el pueblo; te hiciste glorioso; ensanchaste todos los confines de la tierra.
16Jehová, en la tribulación te buscaron; derramaron oración cuando los castigaste.
17Como la mujer encinta cuando se acerca el alumbramiento gime y da gritos en sus dolores, así hemos sido delante de ti, oh Jehová.
18Concebimos, tuvimos dolores de parto, dimos a luz viento; ninguna liberación hicimos en la tierra, ni cayeron los moradores del mundo.
19Tus muertos vivirán; sus cadáveres resucitarán. ¡Despertad y cantad, moradores del polvo! porque tu rocío es cual rocío de hortalizas, y la tierra dará sus muertos.
20Anda, pueblo mío, entra en tus aposentos, cierra tras ti tus puertas; escóndete un poquito, por un momento, en tanto que pasa la indignación.
21Porque he aquí que Jehová sale de su lugar para castigar al morador de la tierra por su maldad contra él; y la tierra descubrirá la sangre derramada sobre ella, y no encubrirá ya más a sus muertos.
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
I
Versículo 1
I. 26:1-21 This section of the Little Apocalypse (see study note on 24:1–27:13) is a song of praise …
26:1-21 This section of the Little Apocalypse (see study note on 24:1–27:13) is a song of praise and a prayer for redemption.
26:1-6 The new community of God’s people is likened to the citizens of a city, securely held together by the Lord. They are righteous, faithful, peaceful, and trusting.
26:1 Our city refers to Zion, the eternal city of God, where the Lord is present to protect and bless his people (see 1:8, 27; see also Ps 46). Zion stands in direct contrast to the “mighty cities” of the nations (Isa 25:2; 26:5), which are helpless and are brought down to “ruins.” • The walls of God’s salvation protectively enclose his people; no one can hurt them again.
II
Versículo 2
II. 26:2 Open access is given to all who, like God and his Messiah, are righteous and faithful. The c…
26:2 Open access is given to all who, like God and his Messiah, are righteous and faithful. The citizens of true Zion are committed to the Lord.
III
Versículo 3
III. 26:3 A perfect peace, marked by harmony, quietness, and confidence, is a benefit of the new creat…
26:3 A perfect peace, marked by harmony, quietness, and confidence, is a benefit of the new creation.
IV
Versículo 5
IV. 26:5 The proud and arrogant are often characterized as exalting themselves (see 2:11-12), whereas…
26:5 The proud and arrogant are often characterized as exalting themselves (see 2:11-12), whereas God humbles them.
V
Versículo 6
V. 26:6 Justice finally occurs when the needy walk all over the ruins of the city where the proud ha…
26:6 Justice finally occurs when the needy walk all over the ruins of the city where the proud have perished.
VI
Versículo 7
VI. 26:7-21 The godly pray for the end of oppression and the full establishment of God’s kingdom. Isa…
26:7-21 The godly pray for the end of oppression and the full establishment of God’s kingdom. Isaiah encouraged the godly to persevere as they wait for their final vindication and the resurrection of the body.
26:7 God will do what is right for those who walk in his way, even if they have to suffer a while longer (see 24:16). One day, they will experience harmony and integrity (see Prov 2:8-9; 15:19).
VII
Versículo 8
VII. 26:8 we show our trust (see 26:3-4; literally we wait for you): Waiting involves trust in the Lor…
26:8 we show our trust (see 26:3-4; literally we wait for you): Waiting involves trust in the Lord and longing for his redemption. • People express their commitment to God by obeying his laws; mere lip service is not sufficient.
VIII
Versículo 9
VIII. 26:9 I search . . . I earnestly seek: Cp. Ps 63:1.
26:9 I search . . . I earnestly seek: Cp. Ps 63:1.
IX
Versículo 10
IX. 26:10 God has shown kindness to the wicked. Although they deserve judgment (see also Rom 2:4; 2 P…
26:10 God has shown kindness to the wicked. Although they deserve judgment (see also Rom 2:4; 2 Pet 3:9), he has been patient and forbearing and has blessed them. However, time will run out one day.
X
Versículo 11
X. 26:11 An upraised fist expresses anger and the threat of judgment (see also 19:16). • Fire was of…
26:11 An upraised fist expresses anger and the threat of judgment (see also 19:16). • Fire was often an image for God’s judgment.
XI
Versículo 15
XI. 26:15 This verse is a confident expression of thanks for God’s blessings. In Isaiah’s time, durin…
26:15 This verse is a confident expression of thanks for God’s blessings. In Isaiah’s time, during King Hezekiah’s prosperous reign, the borders of the nation of Israel were extended, and people gave glory to God for his great deeds.
XII
Versículo 16
XII. 26:16 While waiting for God’s salvation (26:1), the godly were in distress and longed for their v…
26:16 While waiting for God’s salvation (26:1), the godly were in distress and longed for their vindication. They prayed beneath the burden of God’s discipline. In Hezekiah’s time, Judah was in distress when Sennacherib attacked and destroyed the whole nation except for Jerusalem.
XIII
Versículo 17
XIII. 26:17 The imagery of a pregnant woman in childbirth describes the nation’s pain when Assyrian kin…
26:17 The imagery of a pregnant woman in childbirth describes the nation’s pain when Assyrian king Sennacherib attacked it in 701 BC (see 37:3).
XIV
Versículo 18
XIV. 26:18 Only God can give salvation and bring life (see 59:9-15).
26:18 Only God can give salvation and bring life (see 59:9-15).
XV
Versículo 19
XV. 26:19 those who die . . . will live: There is hope for the remnant. Some hold the minimal interpr…
26:19 those who die . . . will live: There is hope for the remnant. Some hold the minimal interpretation that this means the people would be restored to the land after the Exile (see Ezek 37:11-12) or that the Lord would preserve Jerusalem (see Isa 29:4, 6-8). More likely it refers to the resurrection of the body from the grave (see 25:7-8). The Old Testament has little to say about the resurrection, but this text anticipates fuller development in the New Testament (see 1 Cor 15:12-58).
16
Versículo 20
16. 26:20 God will punish the wicked, so the godly should go home and stay out of the way.
26:20 God will punish the wicked, so the godly should go home and stay out of the way.
17
Versículo 21
17. 26:21 The wicked retain power now, but their oppressive rule will end in the day of the Lord’s wr…
26:21 The wicked retain power now, but their oppressive rule will end in the day of the Lord’s wrath, when he will punish them for their sins.
Antiguo Testamento
Isaiah — Capítulo 26
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
1En aquel día cantarán este cántico en tierra de Judá: Fuerte ciudad tenemos; salvación puso Dios por muros y antemuro.
2Abrid las puertas, y entrará la gente justa, guardadora de verdades.
3Tú guardarás en completa paz a aquel cuyo pensamiento en ti persevera; porque en ti ha confiado.
4Confiad en Jehová perpetuamente, porque en Jehová el Señor está la fortaleza de los siglos.
5Porque derribó a los que moraban en lugar sublime; humilló a la ciudad exaltada, la humilló hasta la tierra, la derribó hasta el polvo.
6La hollará pie, los pies del afligido, los pasos de los menesterosos.
7El camino del justo es rectitud; tú, que eres recto, pesas el camino del justo.
8También en el camino de tus juicios, oh Jehová, te hemos esperado; tu nombre y tu memoria son el deseo de nuestra alma.
9Con mi alma te he deseado en la noche, y en tanto que me dure el espíritu dentro de mí, madrugaré a buscarte; porque luego que hay juicios tuyos en la tierra, los moradores del mundo aprenden justicia.
10Se mostrará piedad al malvado, y no aprenderá justicia; en tierra de rectitud hará iniquidad, y no mirará a la majestad de Jehová.
11Jehová, tu mano está alzada, pero ellos no ven; verán al fin, y se avergonzarán los que envidian a tu pueblo; y a tus enemigos fuego los consumirá.
12Jehová, tú nos darás paz, porque también hiciste en nosotros todas nuestras obras.
13Jehová Dios nuestro, otros señores fuera de ti se han enseñoreado de nosotros; pero en ti solamente nos acordaremos de tu nombre.
14Muertos son, no vivirán; han fallecido, no resucitarán; porque los castigaste, y destruiste y deshiciste todo su recuerdo.
15Aumentaste el pueblo, oh Jehová, aumentaste el pueblo; te hiciste glorioso; ensanchaste todos los confines de la tierra.
16Jehová, en la tribulación te buscaron; derramaron oración cuando los castigaste.
17Como la mujer encinta cuando se acerca el alumbramiento gime y da gritos en sus dolores, así hemos sido delante de ti, oh Jehová.
18Concebimos, tuvimos dolores de parto, dimos a luz viento; ninguna liberación hicimos en la tierra, ni cayeron los moradores del mundo.
19Tus muertos vivirán; sus cadáveres resucitarán. ¡Despertad y cantad, moradores del polvo! porque tu rocío es cual rocío de hortalizas, y la tierra dará sus muertos.
20Anda, pueblo mío, entra en tus aposentos, cierra tras ti tus puertas; escóndete un poquito, por un momento, en tanto que pasa la indignación.
21Porque he aquí que Jehová sale de su lugar para castigar al morador de la tierra por su maldad contra él; y la tierra descubrirá la sangre derramada sobre ella, y no encubrirá ya más a sus muertos.
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
Versículo 1
I. 26:1-21 This section of the Little Apocalypse (see study note on 24:1–27:13) is a song of praise …
Versículo 2
II. 26:2 Open access is given to all who, like God and his Messiah, are righteous and faithful. The c…
Versículo 3
III. 26:3 A perfect peace, marked by harmony, quietness, and confidence, is a benefit of the new creat…
Versículo 5
IV. 26:5 The proud and arrogant are often characterized as exalting themselves (see 2:11-12), whereas…
Versículo 6
V. 26:6 Justice finally occurs when the needy walk all over the ruins of the city where the proud ha…
Versículo 7
VI. 26:7-21 The godly pray for the end of oppression and the full establishment of God’s kingdom. Isa…
Versículo 8
VII. 26:8 we show our trust (see 26:3-4; literally we wait for you): Waiting involves trust in the Lor…
Versículo 9
VIII. 26:9 I search . . . I earnestly seek: Cp. Ps 63:1.
Versículo 10
IX. 26:10 God has shown kindness to the wicked. Although they deserve judgment (see also Rom 2:4; 2 P…
Versículo 11
X. 26:11 An upraised fist expresses anger and the threat of judgment (see also 19:16). • Fire was of…
Versículo 15
XI. 26:15 This verse is a confident expression of thanks for God’s blessings. In Isaiah’s time, durin…
Versículo 16
XII. 26:16 While waiting for God’s salvation (26:1), the godly were in distress and longed for their v…
Versículo 17
XIII. 26:17 The imagery of a pregnant woman in childbirth describes the nation’s pain when Assyrian kin…
Versículo 18
XIV. 26:18 Only God can give salvation and bring life (see 59:9-15).
Versículo 19
XV. 26:19 those who die . . . will live: There is hope for the remnant. Some hold the minimal interpr…
Versículo 20
16. 26:20 God will punish the wicked, so the godly should go home and stay out of the way.
Versículo 21
17. 26:21 The wicked retain power now, but their oppressive rule will end in the day of the Lord’s wr…