Chapter 36: The conquest of Judea by Sancheirev and his negotiations with King Chizkiyah The conquest of Judea: In the 14th year of reign of King Chizkiyah, Sancheirev the king of Assyria made a conquest against the cities of Judea and successfully captured them. Ravshakeh offers the conditions of surrender […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 35: The joy of the Jewish people over the fall of Edom
Chapter 35: The joy of the Jewish people over the fall of Edom Rejoicing over the enemy: The Jewish people will rejoice over the fall of the enemy similar to the joy of a desert man who finds a beautiful herb. Strengthening and encouraging the Jewish people in their belief […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 34: A prophecy of retribution to the Gentiles who oppressed the Jewish people
Chapter 34: A prophecy of retribution to the Gentiles who oppressed the Jewish people 1. Death of the enemy armies: Let all the nations come forward and listen. The wrath of G-d will spill forth against the nations, and all of their armies will be cut off and given over […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 33: A prophecy regarding Assyria
Chapter 33: a prophecy regarding Assyria The pillaging of Assyria in revenge for their pillaging: Woe to you king of Assyria [i.e. Sancheirev], who has treacherously ransacked other nations but has not himself been ransacked. When you are done your taking the spoils, the Jewish people will do to you […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 32: A prophecy about king Chizkiyahu
Chapter 32: A prophecy about king Chizkiyahu Upholding justice: The purpose of the king is to uphold the righteousness of his nation and the justice of his princes. Protecting the nation: A king will rise for the Jewish people and protect the nation, providing them a shelter from rain. Teaching […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 31: The fall of Egypt, Assyria, and salvation of Jerusalem
Chapter 31: the fall of Egypt, Assyria, and salvation of Jerusalem Not rely on Egypt for help: Woe onto those who go down to Egypt to seek their aid to help them in the war against Assyria, rather than rely on G-d. G-d will not revoke his decree to exile […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 30: Don’t turn to Egypt for help and the fall of Assyria
Chapter 30: Don’t turn to Egypt for help and the fall of Assyria Do not turn to Egypt for help: Wayward children, do not try to scheme against the upcoming siege of Jerusalem and ask from Egypt to come to your aid to battle the Assyrian enemy. You speak with […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 29: The state of the Jerusalem residents & the salvation
Chapter 29: The state of the Jerusalem residents & the salvation No more festivals: Woe to you the city of Jerusalem, the city where David lived, that your festivals will be abolished. Oppression: I will oppress your city and cause you to moan in pain and mourning. The siege: I […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 28: A prophecy of the destruction of Efraim and Judah
Chapter 28: A prophecy of the destruction of Efraim and Judah A prophecy wailing the fall of the Empire of Efraim. Destruction of the land: G-d will bring a strong and powerful wind and hail to bring destruction upon the land. Salvation for Judah: However, G-d will bring salvation for […]
Yeshayahu/Isaiah Chapter 27: The fall of the nations and peace with G-d and the Jewish people
Chapter 27: the fall of the nations and peace with G-d and the Jewish people Killing the Livyason: On that day, Hashem will kill the large Livyason which is found in the sea. Habaim Yashreish Yaakov-Jewish repopulation: The people of Jacob and Israel will take root once again and the […]
