Isaiah
Purpose
Announces judgment on Israel and the nations, comforts the remnant with promises of restoration, and reveals the coming Servant and Messianic kingdom.
Author
Traditionally Isaiah of Jerusalem
Time Period
Written c. 740-680 BC; ministry under Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah
Key Themes
- Holiness of God
- Judgment and restoration
- The Servant of the LORD
- Messiah
- Comfort
Outline
Judgment on Judah and the nations (ch. 1-39); comfort and the Servant's work (ch. 40-55); glory and the future kingdom (ch. 56-66).