1. consurge consurge induere fortitudine tua Sion induere vestimentis gloriæ tuæ Hierusalem civitas sancti quia non adiciet ultra ut pertranseat per te incircumcisus et inmundus
2. excutere de pulvere consurge sede Hierusalem solve vincula colli tui captiva filia Sion
3. quia hæc dicit Dominus gratis venundati estis et sine argento redimemini
4. quia hæc dicit Dominus Deus in Ægyptum descendit populus meus in principio ut colonus esset ibi et Assur absque ulla causa calumniatus est eum
5. et nunc quid mihi est hic dicit Dominus quoniam ablatus est populus meus gratis dominatores ejus inique agunt dicit Dominus et jugiter tota die nomen meum blasphematur
6. propter hoc sciet populus meus nomen meum in die illa quia ego ipse qui loquebar ecce adsum
7. quam pulchri super montes pedes adnuntiantis et prædicantis pacem adnuntiantis bonum prædicantis salutem dicentis Sion regnavit Deus tuus
8. vox speculatorum tuorum levaverunt vocem simul laudabunt quia oculum ad oculum videbunt cum converterit Dominus Sion
9. gaudete et laudate simul deserta Hierusalem quia consolatus est Dominus populum suum redemit Hierusalem
10. paravit Dominus brachium sanctum suum in oculis omnium gentium et videbunt omnes fines terræ salutare Dei nostri
11. recedite recedite exite inde pollutum nolite tangere exite de medio ejus mundamini qui fertis vasa Domini
12. quoniam non in tumultu exibitis nec in fuga properabitis præcedet enim vos Dominus et congregabit vos Deus Israël
13. ecce intelleget servus meus exaltabitur et elevabitur et sublimis erit valde
14. sicut obstipuerunt super te multi sic inglorius erit inter viros aspectus ejus et forma ejus inter filios hominum
15. iste asperget gentes multas super ipsum continebunt reges os suum quia quibus non est narratum de eo viderunt et qui non audierunt contemplati sunt
Footnotes:
52:1-2 - God calls Jerusalem to awaken and clothe herself with strength and splendor, symbolizing the restoration and holiness of His people. This prefigures redemption in Christ (see also Revelation 21:2-4 and Isaiah 60:1).
52:3-6 - God promises to rescue His people free of charge, reaffirming His commitment to freeing the captives. This points to the free work of salvation (see also Romans 6:23 and Ephesians 2:8-9).
52:7 - The proclamation of the good news of peace and salvation exalts the beauty of those who announce the arrival of God's Kingdom. This passage is cited in the New Testament as a reference to the Gospel (see also Romans 10:15 and Nahum 1:15).
52:10:00 - God manifests His power before all nations, showing that salvation is universal. This reflects the inclusion of the Gentiles in God's plan (see also Psalm 98:2-3 and Luke 2:30-32).
52:13-15 - The Servant of the Lord is exalted, but also described as one who suffers to redeem many. This prophecy points directly to the passion of Christ and His redemptive work (see also Isaiah 53:3-5 and Philippians 2:9-11).
Verses related to Liber Isaiae, 52:
Isaiah chapter 52 announces the liberation of Zion. How does God restore the glory of Jerusalem? This joyful text proclaims the end of exile and the return of the divine presence. The second part introduces the Suffering Servant, setting the stage for Isaiah 53. The chapter covers themes such as redemption, divine sovereignty, and the good news of salvation. Consider with us five biblical passages that connect with the triumphant declarations of this transformative chapter.
Romans 10:15: "And how will they preach if they are not sent? As it is written: 'How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!'" - Directly quotes Isaiah 52:7, applying it to preaching the gospel.
2 Corinthians 6:17: "Therefore, 'come out from among them and be separate,' says the Lord. 'Do not touch unclean things, and I will welcome you.'" - He quotes Isaiah 52:11, applying the call to holiness in the Christian context.
John 12:37-38: "Even after Jesus did all these miraculous signs, they did not believe in him. This happened to fulfill the word of the prophet Isaiah: 'Lord, who has believed our message, and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?'" - He quotes Isaiah 53:1 (which immediately follows 52:15), applying it to unbelief in the face of Jesus' miracles.
Ephesians 1:7: "In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of God's grace." - It relates to Isaiah 52:3, which talks about redemption without money, showing how this is fulfilled in Christ.
Philippians 2:9-11: "Therefore God exalted him to the highest position and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord, to the glory of God the Father." - It echoes the theme of exaltation of the servant in Isaiah 52:13, applying it to Jesus.
FAQ:
What does God command the people of Israel in Isaiah 52?
God commands Israel to awake, arise, and clothe themselves with the strength and glory of His salvation, for deliverance is near. (Isaiah 52:1-2)
How is God's salvation described in Isaiah 52?
God's salvation is announced as something great and comforting, bringing freedom and peace to the people, and it will be revealed to the world. (Isaiah 52:7-10)
What does it mean to "drink from the cup of wrath" in Isaiah 52?
It means that the nations that oppose God will experience His wrath and judgment, while the righteous will be delivered. (Isaiah 52:11-15)
How is the suffering servant portrayed in Isaiah 52?
The suffering servant is described as one who will be despised, rejected, and wounded for the sins of the people, but who, through His suffering, will bring healing and redemption. (Isaiah 52:13-15)
What does the message of Isaiah 52 reveal about the mission of Christ?
The passage points to Christ as the suffering Servant who brings salvation, fulfilling God's plan of redemption for the world. (Isaiah 52:13-15)
