Definition: Therefore will I divide him [a portion] with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he hath poured out his soul unto death: and he was numbered with the transgressors; and he bare the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors.
Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this verse from Isaiah 53:12. It's a pretty poetic and symbolic passage about Jesus Christ. Here’s a simplified explanation: The Core Idea: This verse speaks about Jesus being "numbered with the transgressors" – meaning he’s suffering for our sins. It also highlights that he’s offering forgiveness and comfort to those who have broken God's law. Let’s unpack it word by word: “Therefore will I divide him [a portion] with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong.” – This is a bit tricky. It doesn’t mean Jesus is being divided in a literal sense. It means He’s being given a special role or position. “The great” refers to God himself, and “the spoil” represents the consequences of sin - things lost, damaged, and broken. “because he hath poured out his soul unto death: and he was numbered with the transgressors.” – This is the most important part. It means Jesus died on the cross for our sins. "Poured out his soul unto death" describes his sacrifice. “He was numbered with the transgressors” means he was chosen to be included in a group of people who were punished for breaking God’s rules. “and he bare the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors.” – This is where it gets really powerful. Jesus took on our sins – all the wrong things we've done – and bore them on himself. He then offered forgiveness and comfort to those who were struggling with sin. “Made intercession” means he acted as a mediator between God and us, pleading for forgiveness and offering help when we’re lost. In simpler terms: Jesus is suffering for our sins, but he's also offering a way to be forgiven and receive help. He's like a sacrificial lamb, taking the punishment so we don't have to. Overall Meaning: This verse paints a picture of Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice for humanity, demonstrating God’s love and forgiveness through his suffering and intercession. --- Do you want me to: Explain any of these parts in more detail? Connect this verse to other Bible stories or concepts? Give you a quick summary of what the verse is trying to say?