Isaiah 10:22

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Denn wenn dein Volk, o Israel, wäre wie der Sand am Meer, so wird doch nur der Überrest sich bekehren; denn Vertilgung ist beschlossen, überströmend von Gerechtigkeit.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse says that even though God's people, Israel, are as numerous as the sand on the sea, only a few will return from exile. God is in control and will judge, but there will be a righteous remnant. The speaker is Isaiah, the prophet.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have a jar full of sand. Even if you lose most of the sand, you still have some left. That's like God's people. Some will come back, and God will make things right.

Historischer Hintergrund

The book of Isaiah was written by the prophet Isaiah around 700-600 BC. This verse speaks to the Israelites who were about to face exile in Assyria. The culture was one of divine kingship and prophecy.

Anwendung für heute

In modern times, this verse can apply to a community facing a crisis, like a natural disaster. Even if many leave, a resilient core will stay and rebuild with righteousness and integrity.

Themen

• salvation
• judgment
• remnant
• hope
• righteousness
• exile

Verwandte Verse

• Romans 9:27
• Isaiah 1:9
• Jeremiah 23:3
• Amos 9:9
• Zechariah 13:9

Häufige Fragen

What does 'the sand of the sea' mean?

It refers to a vast number, like the grains of sand on the seashore, indicating the great multitude of God's people.

What does 'consumption decreed' mean?

It means the judgment that has been determined and will happen, a divine decision for punishment and restoration.

What does 'overflow with righteousness' imply?

It suggests that the returning remnant will be characterized by justice and uprightness, bringing righteousness in their wake.

How does this verse relate to other prophetic books?

This verse aligns with themes in other prophetic books like Jeremiah and Ezekiel, where a faithful remnant returns after judgment.