Isaiah 7:1

"Isaiah."

Key Reflection

In Isaiah 7:1, the mention of "Isaiah" sets the scene for a prophetic oracle delivered during a time when Judah faced a dual threat from Syria and Israel. This context is crucial as it prepares the reader for the subsequent revelation that God would assure King Ahaz of his safety through supernatural means, emphasizing divine sovereignty over earthly powers.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

In the days of Ahaz -Ahaz began to reign about 738 years before Christ. By a comparison of2 Kings 16:5, ..., with2 Chronicles 28:5, etc., it will be seen that Judea was twice invaded by Rezin and Pekah in the reign of Ahaz; see the Analysis of the chapter. That Rezin ... -This confederacy was formed in the time of Jotham;2 Kings 15:37. But it was not carried into execution during his reign. It is evident from this place, that it was executed in the early part of the reign of Ahaz; probably in the first or second year of his reign. Syria --ארם'ărâm, so called from AramGenesis 10:22-23, a son of Shem, and who populated its chief provinces.

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