Isaiah 42:9
Behold, the former things have happened and I declare new things. I tell you about them before they come up.
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Interpretation

Isaiah 42:9 shows a new declare that takes shape in daily practice—listen for "things" and "behold". Work out new declare by steady, quiet faithfulness—keep zeal yoked to love.

Context

This passage belongs to Isaiah, a prophetic oracle witness, highlighting new declare. Within ch. 42, a small unit frames the emphasis. It edges toward prophetic hope & judgment. Watch the terms “things” and “behold”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Isaiah was received under the name of Isaiah son of Amoz. Isaiah is frequently described this way: Many propose layered composition across exilic and post‑exilic periods.. Scholars commonly date Isaiah 8th–5th century BC. Prophetic Hope & Judgment is especially relevant in this line. Prophetic poetry weds hope to repentance. Chs 40–55 commonly exilic (Deutero). Chs 56–66 commonly post‑exilic (Trito). A long compositional arc is often proposed (Proto/Deutero/Trito).

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 text is preserved in the Masoretic tradition with remarkable accuracy. The the Dead Sea Scrolls (found 1947-1956) confirm the Hebrew text's reliability, showing minimal variation over 1000+ years of transmission.