Isaiah 7:5
New International Version
Aram, Ephraim and Remaliah’s son have plotted your ruin, saying,

New Living Translation
Yes, the kings of Syria and Israel are plotting against him, saying,

English Standard Version
Because Syria, with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has devised evil against you, saying,

Berean Standard Bible
For Aram, along with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has plotted your ruin, saying:

King James Bible
Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, have taken evil counsel against thee, saying,

New King James Version
Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah have plotted evil against you, saying,

New American Standard Bible
Because Aram, with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has planned evil against you, saying,

NASB 1995
Because Aram, with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has planned evil against you, saying,

NASB 1977
‘Because Aram, with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has planned evil against you, saying,

Legacy Standard Bible
Because Aram, with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has counseled evil against you, saying,

Amplified Bible
Because Aram, along with Ephraim (Israel) and the son of Remaliah, have planned evil against you (Judah), saying,

Christian Standard Bible
For Aram, along with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has plotted harm against you. They say,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For Aram, along with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has plotted harm against you. They say,

American Standard Version
Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, have purposed evil against thee, saying,

Contemporary English Version
their evil threats

English Revised Version
Because Syria hath counselled evil against thee, Ephraim also, and the son of Remaliah, saying,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Aram, Ephraim, and Remaliah's son have planned evil against you, saying,

Good News Translation
Syria, together with Israel and its king, has made a plot.

International Standard Version
Aram, Ephraim, and Remaliah's son have plotted this evil against you:

Majority Standard Bible
For Aram, along with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has plotted your ruin, saying:

NET Bible
Syria has plotted with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah to bring about your demise.

New Heart English Bible
Because Aram, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, have plotted evil against you, saying,

Webster's Bible Translation
Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, have taken evil counsel against thee, saying,

World English Bible
Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, have plotted evil against you, saying,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Because that Aram counseled evil against you, Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, saying,

Young's Literal Translation
Because that Aram counselled against thee evil, Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, saying:

Smith's Literal Translation
Because Aram, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, will counsel evil against thee, saying,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Because Syria hath taken counsel against thee, unto the evil of Ephraim and the son of Romelia, saying:

Catholic Public Domain Version
For Syria has undertaken a plan against you, with the evil of Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, saying:

New American Bible
because Aram, with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has planned evil against you. They say,

New Revised Standard Version
Because Aram—with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah—has plotted evil against you, saying,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Because Aram, Ephraim, and the son of Romaliah have taken evil counsel against you, saying,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Because Aram and Aphreim and the son of Rumlia counseled evil against you and they said
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Because Aram hath counselled evil against thee, Ephraim also, and the son of Remaliah, saying:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And as for the son of Aram, and the son of Romelias, forasmuch as they have devised an evil counsel, saying,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
A Message to Ahaz
4and say to him: Calm down and be quiet. Do not be afraid or disheartened over these two smoldering stubs of firewood—over the fierce anger of Rezin and Aram and of the son of Remaliah. 5For Aram, along with Ephraim and the son of Remaliah, has plotted your ruin, saying: 6‘Let us invade Judah, terrorize it, and divide it among ourselves. Then we can install the son of Tabeal over it as king.’…

Cross References
2 Kings 16:5
Then Rezin king of Aram and Pekah son of Remaliah king of Israel came up to wage war against Jerusalem. They besieged Ahaz but could not overcome him.

2 Chronicles 28:5-6
So the LORD his God delivered Ahaz into the hand of the king of Aram, who attacked him and took many captives to Damascus. Ahaz was also delivered into the hand of the king of Israel, who struck him with great force. / For in one day Pekah son of Remaliah killed 120,000 valiant men in Judah. This happened because they had forsaken the LORD, the God of their fathers.

Isaiah 8:12
“Do not call conspiracy everything these people regard as conspiracy. Do not fear what they fear; do not live in dread.

Isaiah 9:11-12
The LORD has raised up the foes of Rezin against him and joined his enemies together. / Aram from the east and Philistia from the west have devoured Israel with open mouths. Despite all this, His anger is not turned away; His hand is still upraised.

Isaiah 10:9-11
“Is not Calno like Carchemish? Is not Hamath like Arpad? Is not Samaria like Damascus? / As my hand seized the idolatrous kingdoms whose images surpassed those of Jerusalem and Samaria, / and as I have done to Samaria and its idols, will I not also do to Jerusalem and her idols?”

Jeremiah 37:5
Pharaoh’s army had left Egypt, and when the Chaldeans who were besieging Jerusalem heard the report, they withdrew from Jerusalem.

Jeremiah 49:23-27
Concerning Damascus: “Hamath and Arpad are put to shame, for they have heard a bad report; they are agitated like the sea; their anxiety cannot be calmed. / Damascus has become feeble; she has turned to flee. Panic has gripped her; anguish and pain have seized her like a woman in labor. / How is the city of praise not forsaken, the town that brings Me joy? ...

Ezekiel 23:5-9
Oholah prostituted herself while she was still Mine. She lusted after her lovers, the Assyrians—warriors / clothed in blue, governors and commanders, all desirable young men, horsemen mounted on steeds. / She offered sexual favors to all the elite of Assyria. She defiled herself with all the idols of those for whom she lusted. ...

Hosea 5:13
When Ephraim saw his sickness and Judah his wound, then Ephraim turned to Assyria and sent to the great king. But he cannot cure you or heal your wound.

Amos 1:3-5
This is what the LORD says: “For three transgressions of Damascus, even four, I will not revoke My judgment, because they threshed Gilead with sledges of iron. / So I will send fire upon the house of Hazael to consume the citadels of Ben-hadad. / I will break down the gates of Damascus; I will cut off the ruler from the Valley of Aven and the one who wields the scepter in Beth-eden. The people of Aram will be exiled to Kir,” says the LORD.

Matthew 1:23
“Behold, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel” (which means, “God with us”).

Matthew 2:1-3
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, / asking, “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” / When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him.

Matthew 4:15-16
“Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— / the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.”

Luke 1:32-33
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, / and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!”

Luke 2:34-35
Then Simeon blessed them and said to His mother Mary: “Behold, this Child is appointed to cause the rise and fall of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, / so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed—and a sword will pierce your soul as well.”


Treasury of Scripture

Because Syria, Ephraim, and the son of Remaliah, have taken evil counsel against you, saying,

Syria

Psalm 2:2
The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his anointed, saying,

Psalm 83:3,4
They have taken crafty counsel against thy people, and consulted against thy hidden ones…

Nahum 1:11
There is one come out of thee, that imagineth evil against the LORD, a wicked counseller.

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Isaiah 7
1. Ahaz, being troubled with fear of Rezin and Pekah, is comforted by Isaiah
10. Ahaz, having liberty to choose a sign, and refusing it, has for a sign, Christ promised
17. His judgment is prophesied to come by Assyria














For Aram,
Aram refers to the ancient region and people located in present-day Syria. Historically, Aram was a significant power in the Near East, often in conflict with Israel. The mention of Aram here highlights the geopolitical tensions of the time, as Aram frequently sought to expand its influence over neighboring territories. This context is crucial for understanding the alliances and hostilities that shaped the political landscape during the period of the divided kingdom.

along with Ephraim
Ephraim is a reference to the northern kingdom of Israel, often called Ephraim after its dominant tribe. The alliance between Aram and Ephraim signifies a coalition against the southern kingdom of Judah. This alliance was formed during the Syro-Ephraimite War, a pivotal conflict in which these two northern powers sought to pressure Judah into joining their resistance against the Assyrian Empire. The mention of Ephraim underscores the internal divisions within the Israelite people, as the northern and southern kingdoms were often at odds.

and the son of Remaliah,
The son of Remaliah refers to Pekah, the king of Israel at the time. Pekah's reign was marked by political instability and military aggression, particularly against Judah. His alliance with Aram was part of a broader strategy to resist Assyrian domination. Pekah's actions are significant in the biblical narrative as they set the stage for the eventual downfall of the northern kingdom, which was conquered by Assyria in 722 BC.

has plotted your ruin,
The plotting of ruin indicates a deliberate and hostile intent against Judah. This phrase captures the essence of the threat faced by King Ahaz of Judah, as he was confronted with a formidable alliance seeking to dethrone him and install a puppet ruler. The political intrigue and military threats of this period are central to understanding the prophetic messages delivered by Isaiah, who urged trust in God rather than foreign alliances.

saying:
The introduction of direct speech suggests a specific plan or declaration made by the coalition of Aram and Ephraim. This sets the stage for the subsequent verses, where the intentions and strategies of these adversaries are revealed. The prophetic narrative often uses such direct speech to convey the immediacy and seriousness of the threats faced by God's people, as well as to highlight the divine response and assurance provided through the prophet Isaiah.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Aram
Also known as Syria, Aram was a kingdom located in modern-day Syria. It was often in conflict with Israel and Judah during the time of the Old Testament.

2. Ephraim
This refers to the Northern Kingdom of Israel, often called Ephraim after one of its dominant tribes. It was in alliance with Aram against Judah.

3. The Son of Remaliah
This is a reference to Pekah, the king of Israel (Ephraim) during this time. He was involved in the plot against Judah.

4. Judah
The Southern Kingdom, ruled by the house of David. At this time, King Ahaz was on the throne.

5. The Syro-Ephraimite War
This was a conflict where Aram and Israel (Ephraim) allied to attack Judah, aiming to force it into an anti-Assyrian coalition.
Teaching Points
Trust in God's Sovereignty
Despite the threats and plots of powerful enemies, God's plan for His people prevails. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's control over all circumstances.

The Futility of Human Schemes
Human plans that oppose God's will are ultimately doomed to fail. This serves as a reminder to align our plans with God's purposes.

The Importance of Faith Over Fear
King Ahaz faced a formidable alliance, yet God called him to faith rather than fear. In our lives, we are called to respond to challenges with faith in God's promises.

God's Faithfulness to His Promises
The prophecy given to Ahaz was a reassurance of God's commitment to the Davidic covenant. Believers can find comfort in God's unwavering faithfulness to His promises.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
For
יַ֗עַן (ya·‘an)
Adverb
Strong's 3282: Heed, purpose, to indicate the reason, cause

Aram,
אֲרָ֖ם (’ă·rām)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 758: Aram -- Syria

along with Ephraim
אֶפְרַ֥יִם (’ep̄·ra·yim)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 669: Ephraim -- a son of Joseph, also his descendants and their territory

and the son
וּבֶן־ (ū·ḇen-)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Remaliah,
רְמַלְיָ֖הוּ (rə·mal·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7425: Remaliah -- father of King Pekah of Israel

has plotted
יָעַ֥ץ (yā·‘aṣ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3289: To advise, to deliberate, resolve

your ruin,
רָעָ֑ה (rā·‘āh)
Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 7451: Bad, evil

saying,
לֵאמֹֽר׃ (lê·mōr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 559: To utter, say


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