Does the book of Isaiah say anything about Jesus of Nazareth?

[SarahM32]

33. Well, I wouldn't say that.

For one thing, the book of Isaiah mentions Cyrus, the King of Persia, and an "anointed one," but Cyrus is mentioned in chapters 44 and 45. Cyrus did free the Jews from Babylon and allowed them to return to their homeland and establish their religion.

However, in following chapters Isaiah is speaking of a time way in the future, when all the nations of the world will recognize the judgment of the Mashiach who sends his work before him but is first rejected for so long that he fears all his work has been in vain.

Also, I agree that some prophets addressed issues of their own time. I agree that John, the author of his book of Revelation, addressed things of his own time. However, John, like many of others, addressed events and issues at "the end of the age," which is coming to pass.

It is, ultimately, a matter of belief, and faith. But I believe the prophets were right about a person who comes at the end of the age -- whether you call it the Christian Dispensation or the Kali Yuga or Mayan age or something else -- and I believe he is here and has delivered the promised judgment.