Isaiah 66:5

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

اسْتَمِعُوا إلَى كَلِمَةِ اللهِ، يا مَنْ تُدرِكُونَ هَيبَتَها عِندَ سَماعِها: «أقرِباؤُكُمُ الَّذِينَ يَكرَهُونَكُمْ وَيَرفُضُونَكُمْ مِنْ أجلِ اسْمِي يَقُولُونَ: ‹فَلْيُظهِرِ اللهُ مَجدَهُ وَيُخَلِّصْهُمْ، حَتَّى نَرَى فَرَحَكُمْ.› لَكِنَّهُمْ سَيُخزَوْنَ.»

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Isaiah 66:5 is God speaking to people who respect and fear His words. God reassures them that even though their brothers who rejected them and cast them out will be ashamed, those who trust in God will experience joy because He will appear to them.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who doesn't like you playing with certain toys. They tell you to stop and even get mad at you. But you have a secret friend who loves those toys and promises to come play with you. This verse is like that, but God is the secret friend who promises to come and make you happy even when others don't understand.

Historical Background

Isaiah wrote this in the 8th century BC, likely during the Babylonian exile. The audience was the Israelites who were struggling with being exiled and facing persecution. The cultural setting involved a deep sense of loss and hope amidst their hardships.

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where a person is cast out from a community for their faith. They face ridicule and rejection, but they continue to trust in God. This verse reassures them that God will show up in their lives, bringing them joy, while those who rejected them will feel ashamed of their actions.

Topics

• faith
• persecution
• reassurance
• joy
• hope
• salvation

Related Verses

• Isaiah 40:1-5
• Psalm 23:1-6
• 1 Peter 3:13-17
• Romans 8:28
• 1 John 4:18

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the 'brethren' mentioned in Isaiah 66:5?

The 'brethren' are likely referring to fellow Israelites who did not share the same faith or respect for God's word, leading them to reject and cast out those who did.

What does it mean for God to 'appear to your joy'?

It means that God will manifest Himself in a way that brings deep joy and happiness to those who have been faithful to Him, even when faced with rejection and hardship.

Why are the ones who cast out the faithful ones 'ashamed'?

They feel ashamed because their actions were misguided and will be revealed as wrong once God's glory and presence are fully revealed.

How can we apply this verse in our modern lives?

We can apply this verse by holding onto our faith and trust in God even when others reject us for our beliefs, knowing that God will ultimately bring us joy and vindicate our faith.