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1 | A choice of what to refuse or choose? | Is 7:15 | Makarios | 106818 | ||
Searcher, When I read Isaiah 7:15-16, I really do not see a "choice" being presented as far as what the child (or anyone else) should choose. I believe that "refuse the evil and choose the good" is a reference to the child's maturity more than anything else. Could the child choose evil instead of good? The verse, in and of itself, does not give us the answer to such a question. It only says, "before the boy knows how to refuse the evil and choose the good." Therefore, whether or not the boy chooses good or evil is pointless - the answer is based on whether he knows good from evil. The emphasis is on "knows enough" rather than on which choice he finally makes. Just my opinion! Makarios |
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2 | A choice of what to refuse or choose? | Is 7:15 | stjones | 106820 | ||
Hi, Makarios; I agree that Isaiah is referring to the time when the boy reaches maturity, but I think it goes beyond that. I think Isaiah is stating positively that the boy will choose good over evil. Perhaps this is just intended as further confirmation of the prophecy's authenticity. But I think there are two reasons why Isaiah is saying, in effect, that the boy is destined to make the right choice. First, the boy is a sign from God and evidence of God's presence in that place and time ("God with us"). As a chosen one of God, we would hope that he would choose wisely; Isaiah says he will. Second, and more importantly, the boy Immanuel is himself a prophecy that will be brought to perfection in Jesus. The boy was a SIGN of "God with Us" for Ahaz and Israel at that moment in history; Jesus IS "God with us" for all and forever. Peace and grace Steve aka Indiana Jones |
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3 | A choice of what to refuse or choose? | Is 7:15 | Makarios | 106822 | ||
Greetings Indy, Yes, the greater context definitely leads us to believe that the boy will ultimately 'refuse the evil' and 'choose the good'.. However, at the same time, I believe that the emphasis in these two verses is on "when he knows", rather than the ultimate choice that the boy makes. Just these verses (15-16) alone do not indicate a 'choice', in and of themselves, except for the fact that they say "refuse the evil" and "choose the good." I also agree with you that this passage is pretty much a 'dual reference': being a sign for Ahaz and Israel (due to the Messianic verse just before in 7:14). Therefore, the child would most definitely choose the good when the time would come; that is, when he was able to tell right from wrong. Blessings to you, Makarios |
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4 | A choice of what to refuse or choose? | Is 7:15 | stjones | 106824 | ||
Hi, Makarios; Yes, I agree. A friend and I were discussing this passage last night, so it was on my mind. I guess I was seized with a sudden urge to pontificate; I should learn to lie down until the feeling passes.... ;-) A blessed Christmas to you, my friend. - Indy |
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5 | A choice of what to refuse or choose? | Is 7:15 | Makarios | 106827 | ||
Indy, Please expound on these posts if you feel the leading! Don't let me stop you! :-) Merry Christmas to you as well, Makarios |
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