1. οὐαὶ γῆς πλοίων πτέρυγες ἐπέκεινα ποταμῶν Αἰθιοπίας
2. ὁ ἀποστέλλων ἐν θαλάσσῃ ὅμηρα καὶ ἐπιστολὰς βυβλίνας ἐπάνω τοῦ ὕδατος πορεύσονται γὰρ ἄγγελοι κοῦφοι πρὸς ἔθνος μετέωρον καὶ ξένον λαὸν καὶ χαλεπόν τίς αὐτοῦ ἐπέκεινα ἔθνος ἀνέλπιστον καὶ καταπεπατημένον νῦν οἱ ποταμοὶ τῆς γῆς
3. πάντες ὡς χώρα κατοικουμένη κατοικηθήσεται ἡ χώρα αὐτῶν ὡσεὶ σημεῖον ἀπὸ ὄρους ἀρθῇ ὡς σάλπιγγος φωνὴ ἀκουστὸν ἔσται
4. ὅτι οὕτως εἶπέν μοι κύριος ἀσφάλεια ἔσται ἐν τῇ ἐμῇ πόλει ὡς φῶς καύματος μεσημβρίας καὶ ὡς νεφέλη δρόσου ἡμέρας ἀμήτου ἔσται
5. πρὸ τοῦ θερισμοῦ ὅταν συντελεσθῇ ἄνθος καὶ ὄμφαξ ἀνθήσῃ ἄνθος ὀμφακίζουσα καὶ ἀφελεῖ τὰ βοτρύδια τὰ μικρὰ τοῖς δρεπάνοις καὶ τὰς κληματίδας ἀφελεῖ καὶ κατακόψει
6. καὶ καταλείψει ἅμα τοῖς πετεινοῖς τοῦ οὐρανοῦ καὶ τοῖς θηρίοις τῆς γῆς καὶ συναχθήσεται ἐπ’ αὐτοὺς τὰ πετεινὰ τοῦ οὐρανοῦ καὶ πάντα τὰ θηρία τῆς γῆς ἐπ’ αὐτὸν ἥξει
7. ἐν τῷ καιρῷ ἐκείνῳ ἀνενεχθήσεται δῶρα κυρίῳ σαβαωθ ἐκ λαοῦ τεθλιμμένου καὶ τετιλμένου καὶ ἀπὸ λαοῦ μεγάλου ἀπὸ τοῦ νῦν καὶ εἰς τὸν αἰῶνα χρόνον ἔθνος ἐλπίζον καὶ καταπεπατημένον ὅ ἐστιν ἐν μέρει ποταμοῦ τῆς χώρας αὐτοῦ εἰς τὸν τόπον οὗ τὸ ὄνομα κυρίου σαβαωθ ἐπεκλήθη ὄρος Σιων
Footnotes:
18:1-2 - God addresses a message to the "land of fluttering wings" (Cush), warning about their alliances and sending ambassadors. This warning emphasizes that God's plan for the nations will prevail over political alliances (see also Zephaniah 2:12 and Psalm 2:1-2).
18:3-4 - God announces that all peoples will observe His signs and listen to His messages. He remains watchful and sovereign, ready to act at the right time, highlighting His justice (see also Isaiah 25:6-8 and Habakkuk 2:3).
18:5-6 - Before the harvest, God prunes the shoots and removes the rebellious branches. This act represents purification and the removal of those who oppose God's plan, emphasizing God's power to eliminate injustice (see also John 15:2 and Malachi 4:1).
18:7 - In the end, the people of Cush will bring gifts to the Lord in Zion. This eschatological vision shows that all nations will eventually recognize God's sovereignty and worship Him (see also Psalm 68:31 and Isaiah 60:9).
Verses related to Isaías, 18:
Isaiah chapter 18 addresses a distant nation, possibly Ethiopia. How does God draw the nations to Himself? This enigmatic text describes a tall, smooth-skinned people and their eventual submission to the Lord. The chapter demonstrates the global reach of the divine plan. Isaiah 18 reveals God's universal purpose for all nations. Consider with us five biblical passages that correlate with the missionary vision of this intriguing chapter.
Ezekiel 30:4-5: "The sword will come against Egypt, and distress will overtake Ethiopia. When the dead fall in Egypt, its riches will be taken and its foundations will be shattered. Ethiopia, Libya, Lydia, all of Arabia, Libya and the people of the land of the covenant will fall by the sword along with Egypt." - Ezekiel prophesies about Ethiopia (Cush) in a similar way to Isaiah 18, showing divine judgment on the nations.
Zephaniah 2:12: "You Ethiopians will also be killed by my sword." - Zephaniah also prophesies against Ethiopia, reinforcing the message of Isaiah 18.
Psalms 68:31: "Envoys will come from Egypt; Ethiopia will hasten to raise its hands to God." - This psalm presents a more positive view of Ethiopia, contrasting with the judgment in Isaiah 18 and showing the possibility of redemption.
Acts 8:27-28: "Then he got up and left. On the way he met an Ethiopian eunuch, an important official, in charge of all the treasures of Candace, queen of the Ethiopians. This man had come to Jerusalem to worship." - This passage shows an Ethiopian as a worshiper of God, possibly fulfilling the prophecy of Isaiah 18:7 about distant nations bringing offerings to the Lord.
Nahum 3:9: "Ethiopia and Egypt were his unlimited strength; Fute and Libya were among his allies." - Nahum mentions Ethiopia in the context of the judgment of Nineveh, showing how the nations were interconnected in the prophecies.
FAQ:
What does Isaiah prophesy about the land of Cush in Isaiah 18?
Isaiah prophesies that Cush, a distant nation, will be observed by God. The people of Cush will be called to bring offerings to the Lord, recognizing His power and authority. (Isaiah 18:1-7)
What does Isaiah say about the coming of messengers from Cush?
Isaiah speaks of messengers arriving from Cush, bringing a warning to the people. They are sent to announce that God will establish His kingdom, and the people will submit to Him. (Isaiah 18:2)
How does Isaiah describe God's power over the nations in Isaiah 18?
Isaiah describes God as sovereign, ruling over the nations and calling all peoples to submit to Him. Even distant nations like Cush are under His control. (Isaiah 18:3-7)
What is the meaning of the reference to "land of golden wings"?
The "land of golden wings" refers to Cush, a distant kingdom that will be called to acknowledge God's power. This metaphor suggests greatness and authority. (Isaiah 18:1)
What does Isaiah's prophecy about Cush teach about God's rule?
Prophecy teaches that God is the Lord of all nations, including those far away. He has the power to call and gather all peoples to His glory and worship. (Isaiah 18:3-7)
