King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
In measure, when it shooteth forth, thou wilt debate with it: he stayeth his rough wind in the day of the east wind.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Your controversy with her is fully resolved by sending her [into exile]. He removes her with a rough gust of wind on a day when it's blowing from the east.
Berean Standard Bible:
By warfare and exile You contended with her and removed her with a fierce wind, as on the day the east wind blows.
American Standard Version:
In measure, when thou sendest them away, thou dost contend with them; he hath removed them with his rough blast in the day of the east wind.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
In measure{H5432}, when it shooteth forth{H7971}, thou wilt debate{H7378} with it: he stayeth{H1898} his rough{H7186} wind{H7307} in the day{H3117} of the east wind{H6921}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Ezekiel 19:12
- But she was plucked up in fury, she was cast down to the ground, and the east wind dried up her fruit: her strong rods were broken and withered; the fire consumed them.
Hosea 4:1
- ¶ Hear the word of the LORD, ye children of Israel: for the LORD hath a controversy with the inhabitants of the land, because [there is] no truth, nor mercy, nor knowledge of God in the land.
Jeremiah 10:24
- O LORD, correct me, but with judgment; not in thine anger, lest thou bring me to nothing.
Jeremiah 4:11
- At that time shall it be said to this people and to Jerusalem, A dry wind of the high places in the wilderness toward the daughter of my people, not to fan, nor to cleanse,
Jeremiah 2:17
- Hast thou not procured this unto thyself, in that thou hast forsaken the LORD thy God, when he led thee by the way?
Jeremiah 2:37
- Yea, thou shalt go forth from him, and thine hands upon thine head: for the LORD hath rejected thy confidences, and thou shalt not prosper in them.
Jeremiah 46:28
- Fear thou not, O Jacob my servant, saith the LORD: for I [am] with thee; for I will make a full end of all the nations whither I have driven thee: but I will not make a full end of thee, but correct thee in measure; yet will I not leave thee wholly unpunished.
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Commentary for Isaiah 27:8
Isaiah 27:8, within the broader context of Isaiah 27, is part of a prophetic oracle concerning Israel and the nations. This particular verse is somewhat enigmatic and has been subject to various interpretations. However, it can be understood within the themes of judgment and restoration that are prevalent in the surrounding chapters.
In the historical context, the verse speaks to the situation of Judah during the period of the prophet Isaiah's ministry, which was marked by the threat of foreign invasion and the reality of God's judgment on His people due to their unfaithfulness. The "measure" and "shooteth forth" may refer to the divine measurement of judgment or the extent to which God allows the consequences of sin to unfold.
The phrase "thou wilt debate with it" could suggest that God is in control of the extent of judgment and is actively engaged in the fate of His people. He is depicted as one who can argue or contend with the forces at play, possibly referring to the Assyrian empire or other adversaries of Israel.
The "rough wind" and "east wind" are often associated with destructive forces or divine judgment in the ancient Near East. The east wind, in particular, is known for its scorching heat and destructive power, as seen in other biblical references (e.g., Exodus 14:21, Jeremiah 18:17). The verse suggests that God has the power to "stay" or halt these winds, indicating His ability to temper or stop the forces of judgment when His purposes have been achieved or when His people have been sufficiently disciplined or restored.
In summary, Isaiah 27:8 reflects the themes of divine judgment and mercy, emphasizing God's sovereignty over the nations and His active role in the unfolding of history. It speaks to the hope that, despite the trials and tribulations that may come upon His people, God ultimately controls the extent of their suffering and can bring about restoration and peace. This verse reassures the faithful that God's purposes will prevail, and His hand will guide the outcomes of historical events.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H5432
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סַאסְּאָה
Transliteration: çaʼçᵉʼâh
Pronunciation: sah-seh-aw'
Description: lemma סַאסְאָה missing dagesh, corrected to סַאסְּאָה; for סְאָה; measurement, i.e. moderation; measure. - Strong's Number: H7971
There are 790 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁלַח
Transliteration: shâlach
Pronunciation: shaw-lakh'
Description: a primitive root; to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications); [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). - Strong's Number: H7378
There are 59 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רִיב
Transliteration: rîyb
Pronunciation: reeb
Description: or רוּב; a primitive root; properly, to toss, i.e. grapple; mostly figuratively, to wrangle, i.e. hold a controversy; (by implication) to defend; adversary, chide, complain, contend, debate, [idiom] ever, [idiom] lay wait, plead, rebuke, strive, [idiom] thoroughly. - Strong's Number: H1898
There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: הָגָה
Transliteration: hâgâh
Pronunciation: haw-gaw'
Description: a primitive root; to remove; stay, stay away. - Strong's Number: H7186
There are 36 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָשֶׁה
Transliteration: qâsheh
Pronunciation: kaw-sheh'
Description: from קָשָׁה; severe (in various applications); churlish, cruel, grievous, hard((-hearted), thing), heavy, [phrase] impudent, obstinate, prevailed, rough(-ly), sore, sorrowful, stiff(necked), stubborn, [phrase] in trouble. - Strong's Number: H7307
There are 348 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רוּחַ
Transliteration: rûwach
Pronunciation: roo'-akh
Description: from רוּחַ; wind; by resemblance breath, i.e. a sensible (or even violent) exhalation; figuratively, life, anger, unsubstantiality; by extension, a region of the sky; by resemblance spirit, but only of a rational being (including its expression and functions); air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). - Strong's Number: H3117
There are 1931 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יוֹם
Transliteration: yôwm
Pronunciation: yome
Description: from an unused root meaning to be hot; a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an associated term), (often used adverb); age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. - Strong's Number: H6921
There are 64 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָדִים
Transliteration: qâdîym
Pronunciation: kaw-deem'
Description: or קָדִם; from קָדַם; the fore or front part; hence (by orientation) the East (often adverbially, eastward, for brevity the east wind); east(-ward, wind).