经文研读
Isaiah 9:6 — The Child and His Reign
Isaiah 9:6 identifies the child as a ruler whose birth marks the beginning of an enduring government of peace.
经文
- 6.因 有 一 嬰 孩 為 我 們 而 生 ； 有 一 子 賜 給 我 們 。 政 權 必 擔 在 他 的 肩 頭 上 ； 他 名 稱 為 奇 妙 策 士 、 全 能 的 神 、 永 在 的 父 、 和 平 的 君 。For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
这段经文的意思
The verse centers on a child born to us and a son given to us. The distinction between being born and being given presents the child both as one who comes among the people and as a gracious gift placed in their midst.
The government is upon his shoulder, indicating that the child bears the responsibility and authority of rule. His name is called Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace, presenting the character and scope of his reign.
The verse does not merely describe a future human ruler. It joins the child's birth with divine titles, presenting him as the one through whom an extraordinary, enduring, and peaceful government is established.
背景
Isaiah 9:6 follows a proclamation of light, increased joy, and the breaking of the oppressor’s rod. The child's birth therefore appears within a vision of deliverance from darkness, burden, and violence.
Isaiah 9:7 continues the thought: the increase of his government and peace will have no end, and it will be established and upheld with justice and righteousness on David’s throne forever. Yet the following verses also show continued judgment because the people have not turned to the one who struck them.
常见问题
What is the main message of Isaiah 9:6?
It presents the birth of a child as the arrival of a ruler whose government and peace will be marked by divine wonder, counsel, might, everlasting fatherhood, and peace.
What does it mean that the government is upon his shoulder?
It portrays the child as bearing the authority and responsibility of government. The following verse makes clear that this government increases without end.
Why does Isaiah 9:6 give the child several names?
The names describe different aspects of his rule and character: wonder, wise counsel, divine might, everlasting fatherhood, and peace.