Isaïe - Caput 39

Isaïe 39.1 in tempore illo misit Marodach Baladan filius Baladan rex Babylonis libros et munera ad Ezechiam audierat enim quod aegrotasset et convaluisset Isaïe 39.2 laetatus est autem super eis Ezechias et ostendit eis cellam aromatum et argenti et auri et odoramentorum et unguenti optimi et omnes apothecas supellectilis suae et universa quae inventa sunt in thesauris eius non fuit verbum quod non ostenderet eis Ezechias in domo sua et in omni potestate sua Isaïe 39.3 introiit autem Isaias propheta ad regem Ezechiam et dixit ei quid dixerunt viri isti et unde venerunt ad te et dixit Ezechias de terra longinqua venerunt ad me de Babylone Isaïe 39.4 et dixit quid viderunt in domo tua et dixit Ezechias omnia quae in domo mea sunt viderunt non fuit res quam non ostenderim eis in thesauris meis Isaïe 39.5 et dixit Isaias ad Ezechiam audi verbum Domini exercituum Isaïe 39.6 ecce dies venient et auferentur omnia quae in domo tua sunt et quae thesaurizaverunt patres tui usque ad diem hanc in Babylonem non relinquetur quicquam dicit Dominus Isaïe 39.7 et de filiis tuis qui exibunt de te quos genueris tollent et erunt eunuchi in palatio regis Babylonis Isaïe 39.8 et dixit Ezechias ad Isaiam bonum verbum Domini quod locutus est et dixit fiat tantum pax et veritas in diebus meis

Isaïe : Caput 39

Lessons from Isaiah Chapter 39

Chapter 39 of the book of Isaiah presents the failure of Hezekiah, a king of Judah whose pride led to disastrous consequences. This passage invites us to reflect on the repercussions of our own pride and how our choices can affect our relationship with God.

The Visit of the Babylonian Ambassadors

This chapter recounts the visit of the Babylonian ambassadors, during which Hezekiah, in a reckless act, exposes the riches of his kingdom. This demonstration is not simply an act of vanity, but a turning point that reveals the state of his heart in the face of God's sovereignty.

The Prophecies of Isaiah

Isaiah also prophesies of the coming Babylonian exile, a dire warning that stems directly from Hezekiah's pride. This chapter explores profound themes such as pride, the consequences of our choices, and God's sovereignty in human history. Five Revealing Bible Passages To deepen our understanding of the lessons learned in this chapter, consider five Bible passages that shed light on our reflection: 2 Chronicles 32:31: "But when the messengers of the rulers of Babylon were sent to him to inquire about the wonder that had taken place in the land, God left him, that he might test him and know all that was in his heart." This passage provides essential context for the visit of the Babylonian ambassadors mentioned in Isaiah 39.

  • Proverbs 27:1: "Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what each day will bring." This proverb highlights Hezekiah's recklessness in showing his treasures to the Babylonians.
  • Jeremiah 17:5: "Thus says the Lord: 'Cursed is the man who trusts in men, whose strength is in mortal men, but whose heart turns away from the Lord.'" This verse resonates with the warning in Isaiah 39 about trusting in human alliances rather than in God.
  • Matthew 6:19-20: "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven..." This teaching of Jesus contrasts sharply with the attitude of Hezekiah, who boasted of his earthly treasures.
  • 1 Timothy 6:17-18: "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of riches, but in God..." This exhortation from Paul resonates with the lessons we can learn from Hezekiah's error.

    • Meditating on Isaiah 39 and these passages, we are called to examine our own lives and guard our hearts so as not to fall into the traps of pride and misplaced trust.