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The name Maher-shalal-hash-baz means “Swift to plunder and quick to carry away.” This name applies to both Judah's enemies (Isaiah 8:4) and Judah itself (8:7–8). Judah trusted Assyria instead of God, and now Assyria would turn against them and nearly destroy them. God was with them (Immanuel; see Isaiah 7:14), but his presence would be harmful if they refused to trust him (see 8:14).
These prophecies occurred when Assyria rose to power. Syria and Israel formed an alliance against Judah (Isaiah 7:1–2; see 2 Kings 16:5). God used Assyria as a tool to punish Syria, Israel, and Judah (Isaiah 7–10).
Events
- Prophecies of Isaiahc. 759 BC
People
Maher-shalal-hash-baz: Symbolic name given to Isaiah's son, meaning "swift is booty, speedy is prey."
Glossary
Isaiah, Book of Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz Prophet, Prophetess Rezin Witness
Topics
Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz: A Symbolical Name Marriage: Ceremony Attested by Witnesses Pen: General Scriptures Concerning Prophets: Predictions of Written on Rolls and Read to the People Roll: Metallic Table