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Isaías, 17

1. to rhma to kata damaskou idou damaskoV arqhsetai apo polewn kai estai eiV ptwsin

1. onus Damasci ecce Damascus desinet esse civitas et erit sicut acervus lapidum in ruina

2. kataleleimmenh eiV ton aiwna eiV koithn poimniwn kai anapausin kai ouk estai o diwkwn

2. derelictæ civitates Arœr gregibus erunt et requiescent ibi et non erit qui exterreat

3. kai ouketi estai ocura tou katafugein efraim kai ouketi estai basileia en damaskw kai to loipon twn surwn apoleitai ou gar su beltiwn ei twn uiwn israhl kai thV doxhV autwn tade legei kurioV sabawq

3. et cessabit adiutorium ab Ephraim et regnum a Damasco et reliquiæ Syriæ sicut gloria filiorum Israël erunt dicit Dominus exercituum

4. estai en th hmera ekeinh ekleiyiV thV doxhV iakwb kai ta piona thV doxhV autou seisqhsetai

4. et erit in die illa adtenuabitur gloria Jacob et pingue carnis ejus marcescet

5. kai estai on tropon ean tiV sunagagh amhton esthkota kai sperma stacuwn en tw bracioni autou amhsh kai estai on tropon ean tiV sunagagh stacun en faraggi sterea

5. et erit sicut congregans in messe quod restiterit et brachium ejus spicas leget et erit sicut quærens spicas in valle Rafaim

6. kai kataleifqh en auth kalamh h wV rwgeV elaiaV duo h treiV ep' akrou metewrou h tessareV h pente epi twn kladwn autwn kataleifqh tade legei kurioV o qeoV israhl

6. et relinquetur in eo sicut racemus et sicut excussio oleæ duarum aut trium olivarum in summitate rami sive quattuor aut quinque in cacuminibus ejus fructus ejus dicit Dominus Deus Israël

7. th hmera ekeinh pepoiqwV estai anqrwpoV epi tw poihsanti auton oi de ofqalmoi autou eiV ton agion tou israhl embleyontai

7. in die illa inclinabitur homo ad factorem suum et oculi ejus ad Sanctum Israël respicient

8. kai ou mh pepoiqoteV wsin epi toiV bwmoiV oude epi toiV ergoiV twn ceirwn autwn a epoihsan oi daktuloi autwn kai ouk oyontai ta dendra autwn oude ta bdelugmata autwn

8. et non inclinabitur ad altaria quæ fecerunt manus ejus et quæ operati sunt digiti ejus non respiciet lucos et delubra

9. th hmera ekeinh esontai ai poleiV sou egkataleleimmenai on tropon egkatelipon oi amorraioi kai oi euaioi apo proswpou twn uiwn israhl kai esontai erhmoi

9. in die illa erunt civitates fortitudinis ejus derelictæ sicut aratra et segetes quæ derelictæ sunt a facie filiorum Israël et erit deserta

10. dioti katelipeV ton qeon ton swthra sou kai kuriou tou bohqou sou ouk emnhsqhV dia touto futeuseiV futeuma apiston kai sperma apiston

10. quia oblita es Dei salvatoris tui et Fortis adiutoris tui non es recordata propterea plantabis plantationem fidelem et germen alienum seminabis

11. th de hmera h an futeushV planhqhsh to de prwi ean speirhV anqhsei eiV amhton h an hmera klhrwsh kai wV pathr anqrwpou klhrwsh toiV uioiV sou

11. in die plantationis tuæ labrusca et mane semen tuum florebit ablata est messis in die hereditatis et dolebit graviter

12. ouai plhqoV eqnwn pollwn wV qalassa kumainousa outwV taracqhsesqe kai nwtoV eqnwn pollwn wV udwr hchsei

12. væ multitudo populorum multorum ut multitudo maris sonantis et tumultus turbarum sicut sonitus aquarum multarum

13. wV udwr polu eqnh polla wV udatoV pollou bia kataferomenou kai aposkorakiei auton kai porrw auton diwxetai wV cnoun acurou likmwntwn apenanti anemou kai wV koniorton trocou kataigiV ferousa

13. sonabunt populi sicut sonitus aquarum inundantium et increpabit eum et fugiet procul et rapietur sicut pulvis montium a facie venti et sicut turbo coram tempestate

14. proV esperan estai penqoV prin h prwi kai ouk estai auth h meriV twn umaV pronomeusantwn kai klhronomia toiV umaV klhronomhsasin

14. in tempore vespere et ecce turbatio in matutino et non subsistet hæc est pars eorum qui vastaverunt nos et sors diripientium nos



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Footnotes:

17:1-3 - The prophecy against Damascus foretells the fall of Aram and the devastation of its cities. This divine judgment highlights God's sovereignty over the nations and the vulnerability of kingdoms that stray from His will (see also Jeremiah 49:23-27 and Amos 1:3-5).

17:4-6 - Israel will be like a harvest in which only a few grains remain after the harvest. This represents a faithful remnant that will be spared and highlights God's call for the purification and renewal of His people (see also Isaiah 10:20-21 and Jeremiah 5:10).

17:7-8 - At that time, the people will turn to the Creator, abandoning pagan idols and altars. This repentance demonstrates that God alone is worthy of worship and should be the focus of human devotion (see also Isaiah 2:18-20 and Hosea 14:3).

17:9-11 - Israel's strongholds will become desolate because of idolatry and alliances with foreign nations. Seeking security outside of God results in destruction and abandonment (see also Isaiah 30:1-3 and Psalm 127:1).

17:12-14 - The clamor of the nations that rise up against Israel will be silenced by God. Even amidst the greatness of the armies, the Lord intervenes and protects His people, showing that divine judgment prevails over human pride (see also Psalm 46:10-11 and Isaiah 54:17).

Verses related to Isaías, 17:

Isaiah chapter 17 prophesies against Damascus and Israel. What dangers are there in trusting human alliances? This text announces judgment on Syria and the northern kingdom of Israel due to their godless confederation. The chapter emphasizes the futility of trusting in idols and fortifications. Isaiah 17 concludes on a note of hope in divine intervention. Explore with us five biblical passages that illuminate the lasting lessons of this admonishing chapter.

2 Kings 16:9: "The king of Assyria granted his request, attacked Damascus and conquered it. He deported his people to Kir and killed Rezin." - This historical event relates to Isaiah's prophecy about the fall of Damascus in Isaiah 17.

Amos 1:3: "Thus says the Lord: 'For three transgressions of Damascus, and for four, I will not suspend the punishment. Because he trod Gilead with rails of iron.'" - Amos also prophesies against Damascus, reinforcing the message of Isaiah 17.

Jeremiah 49:23-27: "Concerning Damascus: 'Hamate and Arpad are confused, for they have heard bad news. [...] Therefore, your young people will fall in your streets; all his soldiers will be silenced on that day,' declares the Lord of hosts." - Jeremiah elaborates on the judgment of Damascus, echoing themes from Isaiah 17.

Zechariah 9:1: "A prophecy: The word of the Lord is against the land of Hadrach and will rest on Damascus, for the eyes of humanity and all the tribes of Israel are focused on the Lord." - Zechariah also prophesies about Damascus, showing the continuity of the theme in biblical prophecy.

Psalms 83:1-4: "O God, do not remain indifferent; do not be silent or hold back, O God. See how your enemies become agitated [...] and say: 'Come, let us destroy you as a nation, so that the name of Israel will no longer be remembered!'" - This psalm reflects the hostility of neighboring nations against Israel, a theme addressed in Isaiah 17.

FAQ:

What does Isaiah prophesy about Damascus in Isaiah 17?

Isaiah prophesies the destruction of Damascus, the capital of Syria, because of its idolatry and turning away from God. The city will be reduced to ruins, and the people will be scattered. (Isaiah 17:1-3)

Why will the people of Israel also be punished, according to Isaiah 17?

The people of Israel will be punished for their apostasy and idolatry. They will trust in human alliances instead of God, which will lead to their downfall. (Isaiah 17:7-11)

How does Isaiah describe Israel's judgment in Isaiah 17?

Israel's judgment will be severe, with desolation and abandonment. God will remove His protection from them because of their disobedience, and the land will be devastated. (Isaiah 17:12-14)

What does Isaiah teach about trusting in God, as opposed to trusting in human alliances?

Isaiah teaches that trusting in human alliances is futile and leads to destruction. Only God can save and protect, and He is the one we should trust in. (Isaiah 17:7-8)

What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Isaiah 17?

Isaiah 17 teaches that God is sovereign over all nations and can bring judgment on any people who stray from His ways. God controls the history and destinies of nations. (Isaiah 17:13-14)


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