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Isaiah 54:17
No weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh's servants, and their righteousness is of me,' says Yahweh.
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Interpretation

The prophet calls a protection that is practiced in daily practice in Isaiah 54:17—see "against" and "no". Entrust protection in how we make amends—let grace redraw instincts. Prophetic Hope & Judgment highlights: The prophets call to covenant fidelity and foretell restoration centered in God’s reign.

Context

The setting is Isaiah—prophetic oracle, highlighting protection. Within ch. 54, a small unit frames the emphasis. It edges toward prophetic hope & judgment. Watch the terms “against” and “no”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits Isaiah to Isaiah (son of Amoz). Critical study of Isaiah often concludes: Often read as a multi‑stage composition (Deutero/Trito‑Isaiah).. Scholars commonly date Isaiah 8th–5th century BC. Here the thread of prophetic hope & judgment comes into view. Chs 40–55 commonly exilic (Deutero). Chs 56–66 commonly post‑exilic (Trito). Exilic and post‑exilic horizons color sections of the book.

More details
Traditional:Isaiah son of Amoz
Modern scholarship:Multiple authors (Proto‑, Deutero‑, Trito‑Isaiah).
Date:8th–5th century BC
  • Chs 40–55 commonly exilic (Deutero).
  • Chs 56–66 commonly post‑exilic (Trito).
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Hebrew Masoretic Text is consistent. The Great Isaiah Scroll from Qumran is damaged at this section, but surrounding verses support the Masoretic tradition. The Septuagint translates closely. The promise 'no weapon formed against you shall prosper' uses vocabulary that appears identically in all Hebrew manuscripts. The phrase 'heritage of the servants of YHWH' shows no variation.
Sources & witness notes
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