1. ἀναβόησον ἐν ἰσχύι καὶ μὴ φείσῃ ὡς σάλπιγγα ὕψωσον τὴν φωνήν σου καὶ ἀνάγγειλον τῷ λαῷ μου τὰ ἁμαρτήματα αὐτῶν καὶ τῷ οἴκῳ Ιακωβ τὰς ἀνομίας αὐτῶν
2. ἐμὲ ἡμέραν ἐξ ἡμέρας ζητοῦσιν καὶ γνῶναί μου τὰς ὁδοὺς ἐπιθυμοῦσιν ὡς λαὸς δικαιοσύνην πεποιηκὼς καὶ κρίσιν θεοῦ αὐτοῦ μὴ ἐγκαταλελοιπὼς αἰτοῦσίν με νῦν κρίσιν δικαίαν καὶ ἐγγίζειν θεῷ ἐπιθυμοῦσιν
3. λέγοντες τί ὅτι ἐνηστεύσαμεν καὶ οὐκ εἶδες ἐταπεινώσαμεν τὰς ψυχὰς ἡμῶν καὶ οὐκ ἔγνως ἐν γὰρ ταῖς ἡμέραις τῶν νηστειῶν ὑμῶν εὑρίσκετε τὰ θελήματα ὑμῶν καὶ πάντας τοὺς ὑποχειρίους ὑμῶν ὑπονύσσετε
4. εἰ εἰς κρίσεις καὶ μάχας νηστεύετε καὶ τύπτετε πυγμαῖς ταπεινόν ἵνα τί μοι νηστεύετε ὡς σήμερον ἀκουσθῆναι ἐν κραυγῇ τὴν φωνὴν ὑμῶν
5. οὐ ταύτην τὴν νηστείαν ἐξελεξάμην καὶ ἡμέραν ταπεινοῦν ἄνθρωπον τὴν ψυχὴν αὐτοῦ οὐδ’ ἂν κάμψῃς ὡς κρίκον τὸν τράχηλόν σου καὶ σάκκον καὶ σποδὸν ὑποστρώσῃ οὐδ’ οὕτως καλέσετε νηστείαν δεκτήν
6. οὐχὶ τοιαύτην νηστείαν ἐγὼ ἐξελεξάμην λέγει κύριος ἀλλὰ λῦε πάντα σύνδεσμον ἀδικίας διάλυε στραγγαλιὰς βιαίων συναλλαγμάτων ἀπόστελλε τεθραυσμένους ἐν ἀφέσει καὶ πᾶσαν συγγραφὴν ἄδικον διάσπα
7. διάθρυπτε πεινῶντι τὸν ἄρτον σου καὶ πτωχοὺς ἀστέγους εἴσαγε εἰς τὸν οἶκόν σου ἐὰν ἴδῃς γυμνόν περίβαλε καὶ ἀπὸ τῶν οἰκείων τοῦ σπέρματός σου οὐχ ὑπερόψῃ
8. τότε ῥαγήσεται πρόιμον τὸ φῶς σου καὶ τὰ ἰάματά σου ταχὺ ἀνατελεῖ καὶ προπορεύσεται ἔμπροσθέν σου ἡ δικαιοσύνη σου καὶ ἡ δόξα τοῦ θεοῦ περιστελεῖ σε
9. τότε βοήσῃ καὶ ὁ θεὸς εἰσακούσεταί σου ἔτι λαλοῦντός σου ἐρεῖ ἰδοὺ πάρειμι ἐὰν ἀφέλῃς ἀπὸ σοῦ σύνδεσμον καὶ χειροτονίαν καὶ ῥῆμα γογγυσμοῦ
10. καὶ δῷς πεινῶντι τὸν ἄρτον ἐκ ψυχῆς σου καὶ ψυχὴν τεταπεινωμένην ἐμπλήσῃς τότε ἀνατελεῖ ἐν τῷ σκότει τὸ φῶς σου καὶ τὸ σκότος σου ὡς μεσημβρία
11. καὶ ἔσται ὁ θεός σου μετὰ σοῦ διὰ παντός καὶ ἐμπλησθήσῃ καθάπερ ἐπιθυμεῖ ἡ ψυχή σου καὶ τὰ ὀστᾶ σου πιανθήσεται καὶ ἔσῃ ὡς κῆπος μεθύων καὶ ὡς πηγὴ ἣν μὴ ἐξέλιπεν ὕδωρ καὶ τὰ ὀστᾶ σου ὡς βοτάνη ἀνατελεῖ καὶ πιανθήσεται καὶ κληρονομήσουσι γενεὰς γενεῶν
12. καὶ οἰκοδομηθήσονταί σου αἱ ἔρημοι αἰώνιοι καὶ ἔσται σου τὰ θεμέλια αἰώνια γενεῶν γενεαῖς καὶ κληθήσῃ οἰκοδόμος φραγμῶν καὶ τοὺς τρίβους τοὺς ἀνὰ μέσον παύσεις
13. ἐὰν ἀποστρέψῃς τὸν πόδα σου ἀπὸ τῶν σαββάτων τοῦ μὴ ποιεῖν τὰ θελήματά σου ἐν τῇ ἡμέρᾳ τῇ ἁγίᾳ καὶ καλέσεις τὰ σάββατα τρυφερά ἅγια τῷ θεῷ σου οὐκ ἀρεῖς τὸν πόδα σου ἐπ’ ἔργῳ οὐδὲ λαλήσεις λόγον ἐν ὀργῇ ἐκ τοῦ στόματός σου
14. καὶ ἔσῃ πεποιθὼς ἐπὶ κύριον καὶ ἀναβιβάσει σε ἐπὶ τὰ ἀγαθὰ τῆς γῆς καὶ ψωμιεῖ σε τὴν κληρονομίαν Ιακωβ τοῦ πατρός σου τὸ γὰρ στόμα κυρίου ἐλάλησεν ταῦτα
Footnotes:
58:1-5 - God condemns the hypocritical fasts of the people, who practice outward rituals without true repentance. True fasting involves a change of heart and righteous action (see also Matthew 6:16-18 and Amos 5:21-24).
58:6-7 - True fasting, according to God, is to free the oppressed, feed the hungry, and shelter the homeless. This calling emphasizes practicing justice and loving one's neighbor (see also James 1:27 and Matthew 25:35-36).
58:8-9 - God promises healing, protection, and answered prayers to those who practice true fasting. His blessings accompany justice and charity (see also Proverbs 19:17 and Luke 6:38).
58:10-11 - Generosity and care for those in need result in God’s continued guidance, satisfaction in difficult times, and spiritual restoration (see also Psalm 23:1-3 and 2 Corinthians 9:8).
58:13-14 - God emphasizes the importance of honoring the Sabbath as a holy day. Those who delight in the Lord will experience His joy and blessings (see also Exodus 20:8-11 and Matthew 12:8).
Verses related to Isaías, 58:
Isaiah chapter 58 redefines true spirituality. How does God view authentic fasting and worship? This challenging text criticizes empty ritualism and calls for a faith that expresses itself in social justice. The chapter promises blessings to those who practice genuine compassion. Isaiah 58 addresses themes such as sincere worship, care for those in need, and spiritual renewal. Ponder with us five biblical passages that relate to the fundamental principles of this provocative chapter.
Matthew 6:16-18: "When you fast, do not look sad like the hypocrites, who change the appearance of their faces so that others can see that they are fasting. I tell you truly that they have already received their full reward. When you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it does not appear to others that you are fasting, but only to your Father who sees in secret. And your Father, who sees in secret, will reward you." - Jesus expands on the teaching of Isaiah 58:3-7 about true fasting, emphasizing sincerity and a focus on God.
James 2:15-16: "If a brother or sister is in need of clothing and daily food and one of you says to him: 'Go in peace, be warm and feed yourself until you are satisfied', but without giving him anything, what is the point? ?" - James echoes the call of Isaiah 58:7 to care for those in need in practical ways.
1 John 3:17: "If someone has material resources and, seeing their brother in need, does not sympathize with him, how can the love of God remain in him?" - This verse reflects the call in Isaiah 58:7-10 to help those in need as an expression of love for God.
Acts 13:2-3: "As they worshiped the Lord and fasted, the Holy Spirit said, 'Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.' So, after fasting and praying, they laid hands on them and sent them away." - This passage demonstrates fasting as part of worship and seeking God's will, reflecting the themes of Isaiah 58.
Mark 2:27-28: "And then he said to them, 'The Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath. So the Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath.'" - Jesus reinterprets the meaning of the Sabbath, echoing Isaiah 58:13-14's emphasis on true Sabbath observance.
FAQ:
What does God expect from fasting, according to Isaiah 58?
God is not pleased with superficial fasting, but requires a fast that translates into righteousness, helping the needy, and a contrite heart. (Isaiah 58:6-7)
How does God promise to bless those who practice true fasting?
God promises to restore and strengthen those who practice genuine fasting, bringing healing, light, and righteousness. (Isaiah 58:8-9)
What does the "Sabbath rest" mean in Isaiah 58?
The Sabbath is seen as a sign of the covenant with God, and observing the Sabbath rest in holiness brings divine blessings. (Isaiah 58:13-14)
What is promised to those who serve the needs of the poor?
God promises to care for those who help the poor and needy, promising His presence and restoration. (Isaiah 58:10-11)
How does God describe true worship in Isaiah 58?
God describes true worship as a practice that goes beyond rituals, reflecting justice and mercy toward others. (Isaiah 58:6-7)
