Isaiah 63:1

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

¶ Who [is] this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this [that is] glorious in his apparel, travelling in the greatness of his strength? I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Who is this, coming from Edom, from Botzrah with clothing stained crimson, so magnificently dressed, so stately in his great strength? "It is I, who speak victoriously, I, well able to save."

Berean Standard Bible:

Who is this coming from Edom, from Bozrah with crimson-stained garments? Who is this robed in splendor, marching in the greatness of His strength? “It is I, proclaiming vindication, mighty to save.”

American Standard Version:

Who is this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this that is glorious in his apparel, marching in the greatness of his strength? I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Who is this that cometh^{H935} from Edom^{H123}, with dyed^{H2556} garments^{H899} from Bozrah^{H1224}? this that is glorious^{H1921} in his apparel^{H3830}, travelling^{H6808} in the greatness^{H7230} of his strength^{H3581}? I that speak^{H1696} in righteousness^{H6666}, mighty^{H7227} to save^{H3467}.

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Commentary for Isaiah 63:1

1. The verse in question is Isaiah 63:1, which is part of the larger text of the prophetic book of Isaiah in the Hebrew Bible. This book is traditionally ascribed to the prophet Isaiah, who lived in the 8th century BCE, and it addresses the southern kingdom of Judah, providing prophecies about judgment and consolation, as well as the future hope of a Messianic age.

2. The historical context of Isaiah 63:1 is set against the backdrop of the ancient Near East, where Edom was a neighboring nation to the south of Judah. The Edomites were descendants of Esau, and their relationship with the Israelites was often strained and hostile. Bozrah was one of the main cities of Edom, known for its textile industry and the production of red dye from the madder plant, which gives context to the "dyed garments" mentioned in the verse.

3. The verse itself poetically describes a figure coming from Edom, with garments stained red, which could symbolize blood and evoke imagery of victory in battle or divine judgment. The splendor of the figure's attire and the strength with which He travels suggest a powerful and majestic presence.

4. The figure in the verse is identified as one who "speak[s] in righteousness" and is "mighty to save." This language points to a divine warrior, often interpreted as a representation of God Himself or a messianic figure who embodies divine attributes. The verse thus carries themes of divine intervention, justice, and salvation.

5. In the broader context of Isaiah, this verse is part of a larger passage (Isaiah 63:1-6) that depicts God's day of vengeance and redemption. It speaks to the hope of the people of Judah for deliverance from their enemies and the establishment of God's righteous rule.

6. Theologically, Christians have often interpreted this passage as a prefiguration of Jesus Christ, seeing the stained garments as a reference to the blood of Christ, who is mighty to save and comes in righteousness. This messianic interpretation is bolstered by the New Testament's use of Isaiah's prophecies to describe the mission and identity of Jesus.

In summary, Isaiah 63:1 is a rich, poetic verse that combines imagery of divine judgment and salvation, set within the historical context of Israel's relationship with Edom. It speaks to the hope for a divine deliverer who will bring justice and redemption, a theme that resonates deeply within the broader narrative of the Bible and the eschatological expectations of both Judaism and Christianity.

*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model

Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H935
   There are 2307 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בּוֹא
   Transliteration: bôwʼ
   Pronunciation: bo
   Description: a primitive root; to go or come (in a wide variety of applications); abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way.
   
2. Strong's Number: H123
   There are 188 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֱדֹם
   Transliteration: ʼĔdôm
   Pronunciation: ed-ome'
   Description: or (fully) אֱדוֹם ; from אָדֹם; red (see Genesis 25:25); Edom, the elder twin-brother of Jacob; hence the region (Idumaea) occupied by him; Edom, Edomites, Idumea.
   
3. Strong's Number: H2556
   There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חָמֵץ
   Transliteration: châmêts
   Pronunciation: khaw-mates'
   Description: a primitive root; to be pungent; i.e. in taste (sour, i.e. literally fermented, or figuratively, harsh), in color (dazzling); cruel (man), dyed, be grieved, leavened.
   
4. Strong's Number: H899
   There are 190 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בֶּגֶד
   Transliteration: beged
   Pronunciation: behg'-ed
   Description: from בָּגַד; a covering, i.e. clothing; also treachery or pillage; apparel, cloth(-es, ing), garment, lap, rag, raiment, robe, [idiom] very (treacherously), vesture, wardrobe.
   
5. Strong's Number: H1224
   There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בׇּצְרָה
   Transliteration: Botsrâh
   Pronunciation: bots-raw'
   Description: the same as בׇּצְרָה; Botsrah, a place in Edom; Bozrah.
   
6. Strong's Number: H1921
   There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: הָדַר
   Transliteration: hâdar
   Pronunciation: haw-dar'
   Description: a primitive root; to swell up (literally or figuratively, active or passive); by implication, to favor or honour, be high or proud; countenance, crooked place, glorious, honour, put forth.
   
7. Strong's Number: H3830
   There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: לְבוּשׁ
   Transliteration: lᵉbûwsh
   Pronunciation: leb-oosh'
   Description: or לְבֻשׁ; from לָבַשׁ; a garment (literally or figuratively); by implication (euphemistically) a wife; apparel, clothed with, clothing, garment, raiment, vestment, vesture.
   
8. Strong's Number: H6808
   There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צָעָה
   Transliteration: tsâʻâh
   Pronunciation: tsaw-aw'
   Description: a primitive root; to tip over (for the purpose of spilling or pouring out), i.e. (figuratively) depopulate; by implication, to imprison or conquer; (reflexive) to lie down (for coitus); captive exile, travelling, (cause to) wander(-er).
   
9. Strong's Number: H7230
   There are 149 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: רֹב
   Transliteration: rôb
   Pronunciation: robe
   Description: from רָבַב; abundance (in any respect); abundance(-antly), all, [idiom] common (sort), excellent, great(-ly, -ness, number), huge, be increased, long, many, more in number, most, much, multitude, plenty(-ifully), [idiom] very (age).
   
10. Strong's Number: H3581
    There are 121 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: כֹּחַ
    Transliteration: kôach
    Pronunciation: ko'-akh
    Description: or (Daniel 11:6) כּוֹחַ; from an unused root meaning to be firm; vigor, literally (force, in a good or a bad sense) or figuratively (capacity, means, produce); also (from its hardiness) a large lizard; ability, able, chameleon, force, fruits, might, power(-ful), strength, substance, wealth.
    
11. Strong's Number: H1696
    There are 1050 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: דָבַר
    Transliteration: dâbar
    Pronunciation: daw-bar'
    Description: a primitive root; perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue; answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work.
    
12. Strong's Number: H6666
    There are 150 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: צְדָקָה
    Transliteration: tsᵉdâqâh
    Pronunciation: tsed-aw-kaw'
    Description: from צָדַק; rightness (abstractly), subjectively (rectitude), objectively (justice), morally (virtue) or figuratively (prosperity); justice, moderately, right(-eous) (act, -ly, -ness).
    
13. Strong's Number: H7227
    There are 439 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: רַב
    Transliteration: rab
    Pronunciation: rab
    Description: by contracted from רָבַב; abundant (in quantity, size, age, number, rank, quality); (in) abound(-undance, -ant, -antly), captain, elder, enough, exceedingly, full, great(-ly, man, one), increase, long (enough, (time)), (do, have) many(-ifold, things, a time), (ship-)master, mighty, more, (too, very) much, multiply(-tude), officer, often(-times), plenteous, populous, prince, process (of time), suffice(-lent).
    
14. Strong's Number: H3467
    There are 198 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: יָשַׁע
    Transliteration: yâshaʻ
    Pronunciation: yaw-shah'
    Description: a primitive root; properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e. (by implication) to be safe; causatively, to free or succor; [idiom] at all, avenging, defend, deliver(-er), help, preserve, rescue, be safe, bring (having) salvation, save(-iour), get victory.