Isaiah Translated and Explained, Vol. 2: An Abridgement of the Author's Critical Commentary on Isaiah (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Joseph Addison Alexander

9780365310358: Isaiah Translated and Explained, Vol. 2: An Abridgement of the Author's Critical Commentary on Isaiah (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0365310352 ISBN 13: 9780365310358

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A concise, reader-friendly guide to Isaiah’s prophecies and their Christian applications.

This edition offers a clear, verse-by-verse look at Isaiah, focusing on how ancient texts speak to believers today. It explains how prophetic images, like Zion and the concept of exile, are interpreted within a broader theological framework, and it clarifies how tensions between Israel and the nations are read in a church context.

Readers will gain a practical understanding of biblical interpretation, from how figures and symbols are used to how authors link Old Testament promises to later beliefs. The work presents historical context and textual notes that help distinguish original meanings from later applications.

Plain explanations of prophetic imagery and their meaning for both ancient and later audiences
Discussion of Israel’s role, the inclusion of the Gentiles, and the idea of a continuing church
Notes on interpretation, context, and how to read poetry and prophecy without spoilers

Ideal for fans of biblical study, students, and general readers seeking a thoughtful, accessible window into Isaiah’s pages.

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