What is it about?
Isaiah disapproval of the religious and theological trajectory of the Davidic monarchy causes him to trace the genealogy of the future ideal king (Messiah) back to Jesse, rather than David.
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Why is it important?
It reveals Isaiah's theology of the ideal king (Messiah). Theology and devotion to Yahweh were superior to military and political prowess. Piety was the key to a successful kingdom, and the ideal king would prioritize allegiance to Yahweh
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It would be an interesting read for anyone curious about Messianic prophecies in the Old Testament and why they care about family genealogy and place of origin.
Stephen Sumner
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This page is a summary of: The Genealogy and Theology of Isaiah 11:1, Vetus Testamentum, September 2018, Brill,
DOI: 10.1163/15685330-12341334.
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