Isaïe - Caput 27

Isaïe 27.1 in die illo visitabit Dominus in gladio suo duro et grandi et forti super Leviathan serpentem vectem et super Leviathan serpentem tortuosum et occidet cetum qui in mari est Isaïe 27.2 in die illa vinea meri cantabit ei Isaïe 27.3 ego Dominus qui servo eam repente propinabo ei ne forte visitetur contra eam nocte et die servo eam Isaïe 27.4 indignatio non est mihi quis dabit me spinam et veprem in proelio gradiar super eam succendam eam pariter Isaïe 27.5 an potius tenebit fortitudinem meam faciet pacem mihi pacem faciet mihi Isaïe 27.6 qui egrediuntur impetu ad Iacob florebit et germinabit Israhel et implebunt faciem orbis semine Isaïe 27.7 numquid iuxta plagam percutientis se percussit eum aut sicut occidit interfectos eius sic occisus est Isaïe 27.8 in mensura contra mensuram cum abiecta fuerit iudicabis eam meditata est in spiritu suo duro per diem aestus Isaïe 27.9 idcirco super hoc dimittetur iniquitas domui Iacob et iste omnis fructus ut auferatur peccatum eius cum posuerit omnes lapides altaris sicut lapides cineris adlisos non stabunt luci et delubra Isaïe 27.10 civitas enim munita desolata erit speciosa relinquetur et dimittetur quasi desertum ibi pascetur vitulus et ibi accubabit et consumet summitates eius Isaïe 27.11 in siccitate messis illius conterentur mulieres venientes et docentes eam non est enim populus sapiens propterea non miserebitur eius qui fecit eum et qui formavit eum non parcet ei Isaïe 27.12 et erit in die illa percutiet Dominus ab alveo Fluminis usque ad torrentem Aegypti et vos congregabimini unus et unus filii Israhel Isaïe 27.13 et erit in die illa clangetur in tuba magna et venient qui perditi fuerant de terra Assyriorum et qui eiecti erant in terra Aegypti et adorabunt Dominum in monte sancto in Hierusalem

Isaïe : Caput 27

The Restoration of God's People according to Isaiah 27

Chapter 27 of the book of Isaiah concludes what is known as "the Apocalypse of Isaiah." This powerful and symbolic text invites us to reflect on how God restores his people. It addresses the judgment of world powers while also announcing the redemption of Israel.

Vineyard Metaphors

In this chapter, Isaiah uses vineyard metaphors to illustrate God's immeasurable care for his people. These images evoke not only beauty, but also the need for purification, often through exile. Thus, Isaiah 27 explores crucial themes such as:

Correlative Bible Passages

To deepen our understanding of these redemptive themes, we invite you to study with us five biblical passages that resonate with the visions evoked in Isaiah 27:

John 15:1

"I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser." This statement by Christ directly relates to the metaphor of the vineyard in Isaiah 27:2-6, emphasizing the vital bond between God and His people.

Romans 11:26-27

"And so all Israel will be saved, as it is written: 'The Redeemer will come from Zion and turn away the wickedness of Jacob. And this is My covenant with them when I take away their sins.'" This passage echoes the promise of redemption and forgiveness for Israel in Isaiah 27:9, affirming God's commitment to His people.

Ephesians 2:14

"For he is our peace, who has made the two one and has destroyed the barrier, the wall of hostility." This verse reflects the theme of peace and reconciliation found in Isaiah 27:5, highlighting the saving work of Christ.

Revelation 20:2

"He caught the dragon, the old serpent, who is the Devil, Satan, and bound him for a thousand years." This passage refers to the defeat of Leviathan, often interpreted as representing evil, in Isaiah 27:1, affirming God's victory over the forces of evil.

Matthew 24:31

"And he will send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they will gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other." This verse echoes the gathering of God's people mentioned in Isaiah 27:12-13, foretelling a final and glorious restoration.

As we meditate on these passages, we are invited to recognize God's faithfulness to His people and the promise of redemption that endures through the ages. May this study draw us closer to our Creator and inspire us to live as witnesses to His grace.