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Nov 2, 2013 · The verses before v7 show that God can create calamity. The verse after v8 emphasizes his righteousness. Thus, since the context emphasizes that God can cause calamity, and denies that God creates evil (in the moral sense), the correct translation is certainly "calamity" and not "evil".
Apr 10, 2023 · Moral evil does not conform to God and His will. God is good (Psalm 34:8), holy (Leviticus 11:44; Isaiah 6:3; 1 Peter 1:16), and loving (1 John 4:8); therefore, His plans and purposes are good, holy, and loving. As Ruler of the universe, God sometimes creates calamity to accomplish His will.
Jan 27, 2024 · Calamity in the Bible refers to adversities, misfortune, or natural disasters that result from wickedness or moral evil. It can include various forms of distress and burden, such as disease, poverty, persecution, and Divine judgment.
Indeed, the context indicates that it should be translated, as the nkjv and other modern translations do, as “calamity.” Thus, God is properly said to be the author of “evil” in this sense, but not in the moral sense—at least not directly.
Jul 1, 2013 · Knowing the Hebrew variants of the word "rah" and the meaning conveyed by the passage context of Isaiah 45:1-19 leads us to draw an exegetical conclusion that the word evil in Isaiah 4:7 should best be translated calamity or distress.
Apr 7, 2024 · Calamity is a recurring theme in the Bible, often serving as a test of faith and an opportunity for growth. By examining various biblical passages that reference calamity, we can learn important lessons on perseverance, trust in God’s plan, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil.
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He links two contrasting sets of events: light and peace—representing constructive, hopeful, encouraging events—against darkness and calamity—representing destructive, fearful, discouraging circumstances. God creates both "good" and "bad" circumstances for His people and purpose. John W. Ritenbaugh.
