Isaiah 50:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

The Lord GOD hath opened mine ear, and I was not rebellious, neither turned away back.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The Lord God has opened my ears to hear Him, and I have not been rebellious or turned away from Him.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is saying that God has given him understanding and the ability to listen, and he has chosen to obey rather than rebel or run away.

📚 Historical Context

Isaiah prophesied during the 8th century BC to the nation of Judah, warning of impending judgment and exile due to their unfaithfulness to God amid threats from Assyria and later Babylon. In Isaiah 50:5, the Servant of the Lord describes his complete obedience to God's call, contrasting with the rebellion of the people and serving as a model of submission in a time of national crisis. This verse is part of the Servant Songs, which are often seen as foreshadowing the Messiah's role in redemptive history.

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