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Yeshayahu's Mission in Chapter 6

Exegetical Approaches

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Prophecy of Annunciation

The chapter describes Yeshayahu's appointment to prophecy where he was prepared for and received his mission.

Sources:Mekhilta DeRabbi Yishmael Shemot15:9About Mekhilta DeRabbi Yishmael Shemot, RashiYeshayahu 1:1Yeshayahu 6:1, 5, 7-13About R. Shelomo Yitzchaki, Ibn EzraYeshayahu 1:1Yeshayahu 6About R. Avraham ibn Ezra, RidYeshayahu 6About R. Yeshayah of Trani

"אֶת מִי אֶשְׁלַח...  וָאֹמַר הִנְנִי שְׁלָחֵנִי" – The Rid points to these words as proof that the chapter speaks of Yeshayahu's appointment as prophet.

Chronology of the chapters

Rebuke to Unbelievers

Yeshayahu's prophecy is aimed at the people who refused to believe in his prophecies and mocked his words. Yeshayhau tells them that this was foretold to him, and is part of their punishment. Due to their numerous sins, they are being prevented from repenting until they receive their just punishment..

Sources:ShadalYeshayahu 6About R. Shemuel David Luzzatto

Warning of Exile

The prophecy constitutes a warning regarding the upcoming exile.  The sources split regarding whether Yeshayahu is addressing Israel and speaking of the exile of the Ten Tribes or if he is speaking to Yehuda and speaking of their exile as well.

Sources:R. Eliezer of BeaugencyYeshayahu 1:1Yeshayahu 6About R. Eliezer of Beaugency, RadakYeshayahu IntroductionYeshayahu 6About R. David Kimchi, Abarbanel