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Isaiah 63

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1Who is this who comes from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? Who is this who is glorious in his clothing, marching in the greatness of his strength? “It is I who speak in righteousness, mighty to save.” 2Why is your clothing red, and your garments like him who treads in the wine vat? 3“I have trodden the wine press alone. Of the peoples, no one was with me. Yes, I trod them in my anger and trampled them in my wrath. Their lifeblood is sprinkled on my garments, and I have stained all my clothing. 4For the day of vengeance was in my heart, and the year of my redeemed has come. 5I looked, and there was no one to help; and I wondered that there was no one to uphold. Therefore my own arm brought salvation to me. My own wrath upheld me. 6I trod down the peoples in my anger and made them drunk in my wrath. I poured their lifeblood out on the earth.” 7I will tell of the loving kindnesses of Yahweh and the praises of Yahweh, according to all that Yahweh has given to us, and the great goodness toward the house of Israel, which he has given to them according to his mercies, and according to the multitude of his loving kindnesses. 8For he said, “Surely, they are my people, children who will not deal falsely;” so he became their Savior. 9In all their affliction he was afflicted, and the angel of his presence saved them. In his love and in his pity he redeemed them. He bore them, and carried them all the days of old. 10But they rebelled and grieved his Holy Spirit. Therefore he turned and became their enemy, and he himself fought against them. 11Then he remembered the days of old, Moses and his people, saying, “Where is he who brought them up out of the sea with the shepherds of his flock? Where is he who put his Holy Spirit among them?” 12Who caused his glorious arm to be at Moses’ right hand? Who divided the waters before them, to make himself an everlasting name? 13Who led them through the depths, like a horse in the wilderness, so that they didn’t stumble? 14As the livestock that go down into the valley, Yahweh’s Spirit caused them to rest. So you led your people to make yourself a glorious name. 15Look down from heaven, and see from the habitation of your holiness and of your glory. Where are your zeal and your mighty acts? The yearning of your heart and your compassion is restrained toward me. 16For you are our Father, though Abraham doesn’t know us, and Israel does not acknowledge us. You, Yahweh, are our Father. Our Redeemer from everlasting is your name. 17O Yahweh, why do you make us wander from your ways, and harden our heart from your fear? Return for your servants’ sake, the tribes of your inheritance. 18Your holy people possessed it but a little while. Our adversaries have trodden down your sanctuary. 19We have become like those over whom you never ruled, like those who were not called by your name.

World English Bible, 2020 stable text edition. Public domain; “World English Bible” is a trademark of eBible.org. eBible.org

Overview

Isaiah Chapter 63 presents a powerful depiction of God's judgment and salvation, emphasizing His role as both a warrior and a redeemer. The chapter opens with a vivid image of the Lord coming from Edom, symbolizing His triumph over the nations that oppose Him. The question, "Who is this coming from Edom, with crimson-stained garments?" (Isaiah 63:1) highlights the Lord's victorious return, showcasing His strength and the bloodshed of His enemies. This imagery reflects the fulfillment of God's promises to protect and avenge His people, demonstrating His sovereignty over all creation. The mention of His garments being stained red signifies the judgment He has executed against those who have opposed His will, reinforcing the theme of divine retribution against sin and injustice.

The chapter then transitions to a heartfelt plea from the people of Israel, who recall God's past mercies and faithfulness. They acknowledge their own sinfulness and express their longing for God's intervention, asking, "Where are Your zeal and Your might?" (Isaiah 63:15). This moment of reflection reveals the deep relationship between God and His people, as they recognize their need for His grace and redemption. The chapter concludes with a reminder of God's everlasting love and compassion, as He is portrayed as a father to His people, guiding and comforting them despite their failures. Ultimately, Isaiah 63 encapsulates the dual themes of judgment and mercy, affirming that while God is just, He is also a loving redeemer who desires to restore His people.

In this chapter, we see the profound truth that God is both a warrior against evil and a compassionate savior, reminding us of His ultimate plan for redemption through Jesus Christ, the fulfillment of all prophecy.

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  1. Isaiah 34:8v4Isaiah 34:8 refers to the day of the Lord's vengeance, a theme reiterated in Isaiah 63:4 where the day of vengeance is linked to the year of redemption.
  2. Lamentations 2:5v10Lamentations 2:5 speaks of the Lord becoming like an enemy, which is echoed in Isaiah 63:10 where the people rebelled and grieved His Holy Spirit, causing Him to turn against them.
  3. Hosea 11:8v15Hosea 11:8 expresses God's internal conflict and compassion for Israel, similar to Isaiah 63:15-16, where God is appealed to as a compassionate Father despite Israel's rebellion.
  4. Nahum 2:3v1Nahum 2:3 describes the shields of the mighty men as red, which is reminiscent of Isaiah 63:1-6 where the garments are stained red, symbolizing divine vengeance and judgment.
  5. Revelation 19:15v3Revelation 19:15 describes Christ treading the winepress of God's wrath, which is a vivid image also found in Isaiah 63:3, symbolizing judgment.

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