Isaiah 5:1 Meaning and Explanation
“Now will I sing to my wellbeloved a song of my beloved touching his vineyard. My wellbeloved hath a vineyard in a very fruitful hill:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The Lord (the beloved) has a vineyard on a fertile hill that will become the subject of Isaiah's song.
The Context of Isaiah 5:1
Prologue to the song of the vineyard; Isaiah begins a parable about God and Israel.
What Does Isaiah 5:1 Mean?
Isaiah begins with a love song about the Lord's vineyard, using the extended metaphor of a cultivated field to introduce God's relationship with Israel. The vineyard on a fruitful hill represents ideal conditions for growth.
The word 'wellbeloved' (beloved, dear one) establishes the tender tone of what becomes a confrontation about broken covenant. The singer calls on the audience to hear what follows about the Lord's investment and Israel's failure.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 5:1
What does Isaiah 5:1 mean?
The Lord (the beloved) has a vineyard on a fertile hill that will become the subject of Isaiah's song.
What is the context of Isaiah 5:1?
Prologue to the song of the vineyard; Isaiah begins a parable about God and Israel.