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1 | 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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2 | 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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3 | 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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4 | 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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