Guiding Questions: Isaiah 47

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This is part of the Tanakh Yomi Project.

What is the prediction for Babylonia as set forth in Isaiah 47:1-2?
And, why should Bavel be “promised” this destiny?
Isaiah 47:6 sets forth a basic theological principle of the prophet: the reason that Bavel was able to conquer Israel was due to….?
But, although given the opportunity to conquer, why is Bavel held accountable for its activities?
According to Isaiah 47:9, what is the fate that awaits Babylonia?
And, whereas for Israel there is hope of redemption and return, what is the final denouement for Babylonia (Isaiah 47:15)?

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Perek Yomi materials originally produced by the USCJ and Dr. Morton K. Siegel.
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Exploring Judaism

Exploring Judaism is the digital home for Conservative/Masorti Judaism, embracing the beauty and complexity of Judaism, and our personal search for meaning, learning, and connecting. Our goal is to create content based on three core framing: Meaning-Making (Why?), Practical Living (How?), and Explainers (What?).

Post categories: Isaiah, Neviim (Prophets), Tanakh, Tanakh Yomi

Post tags: Isaiah 47, Perek Yomi (USCJ)

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