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The word Yahweh (hw"ïhy>) is the most frequent noun in the book of Isaiah (450
times). The word “God” (~yhil{a/) also very often occurs (100 times). It indicates that
God is the most important theological idea in the book. In fact, the book of Isaiah describes
many titles and images for God.
D. The Mighty One of Israel (lae_r"f.yI rybiÞa] ,1:24), The Mighty One of Jacob
(bqo)[]y: rybiîa] ,49:26; 60:16)
It demonstrates the absolute power of God. This power is particularly a power of
vengeance.
E. The Rock of Israel (lae(r"f.yI rWcï, 17:10 “%ZEß[um' rWcï”, 26:4; 30:29)
Rock symbolizes a firm and everlasting thing. So the divine title shows His firm and
everlasting attribute. The only one whom the people of Israel depends on is the
LORD.
2. Images of God
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