He is Regarded as One of the Greatest Prophets of the Bible
Isaiah’s name means “The Lord is salvation.” He lived in Jerusalem and the prophecies God gave him were directed toward Israel, Judah and other nations. Isaiah’s style of writing reveals a well-educated background. The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia says, “For versatility of expression and brilliance of imagery Isaiah had no superior, not even a rival. His style marks the climax of Hebrew literary art.” Jewish tradition says he was of royal descent and he may have been a cousin of King Uzziah. This may have given him access to the kings of Judah in Jerusalem. Many of the prophecies in Isaiah begin with historical conditions and prophecies for his day and then move forward to a far greater fulfillment prior to the return of Jesus Christ. The first, historical fulfillment is lesser in scope and is followed by the greater future fulfillment at the end of this present age.
