Isaiah 6:3
French (La Bible expliquée)
Ils criaient l'un à l'autre: Le récit de la vision d'Ésaïe en 740 avant J.-C. (date de la mort du roi Ozias) souligne l'origine divine de sa mission prophétique. Dans le temple, le prophète est face à face avec Dieu, présenté comme le roi qui gouverne: le trône, le manteau en sont les symboles. La fumée qui remplit l'espace évoque la nuée dans laquelle le Seigneur se révèle à son peuple, comme lors de l'Exode. La sainteté de Dieu est proclamée pour marquer la radicale distance entre la grandeur de Dieu et la faiblesse de l'être humain. Mais si Dieu se laisse ainsi voir, c'est aussi qu'il est très proche. La gloire évoque le poids et la force de cette relation sainte. Dans ce face-à-face, le prophète se découvre solidaire d'un peuple pécheur qui ne garde pas la parole de Dieu. La reconnaissance de son propre péché dispose Ésaïe à recevoir le pardon et à prier pour son peuple. « Saint, saint, saint, le Seigneur de l'univers! La terre entière est remplie de sa glorieuse présence. »
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, angels are praising God, saying He is holy three times to emphasize how completely holy He is. They also declare that God's glory fills the whole earth. This shows God's immense power and purity.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're in a big, beautiful concert hall and everyone is clapping and shouting how amazing the music is. That's kind of like what's happening here, but instead of music, it's angels praising God because He is so pure and powerful.
Historical Background
The prophet Isaiah wrote this around 700 BC. He was speaking to the people of Judah about God's holiness and power. The setting was during a time of political unrest and religious corruption in the region.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, this verse reminds us to recognize and respect God's holiness in our daily lives. For example, if we're at work and see a colleague doing something unethical, we can remember God's call to holiness and strive to act with integrity.
Topics
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'holy, holy, holy' mean?
Saying it three times emphasizes God's complete and total holiness, indicating He is completely set apart and pure.
Who is speaking in Isaiah 6:3?
Angels are speaking, praising God for His holiness and the glory that fills the earth.
How does this verse relate to our lives today?
It reminds us to live with integrity and to recognize God's holiness and power in our daily decisions and actions.
What does 'the whole earth is full of his glory' mean?
It means that God's glory and power can be seen and felt everywhere in the world, showing His omnipresence and omnipotence.