Introduction:
Esaias is the Greek form of the name Isaiah, a major prophet in the Old Testament. The name Esaias is primarily used in the New Testament, particularly in the King James Version, to refer to the prophet Isaiah. Isaiah's prophecies are foundational to both Jewish and Christian traditions, and his writings are considered a cornerstone of biblical prophecy.

Biblical References:
Esaias is mentioned in several New Testament passages, where his prophecies are often cited to affirm the messianic identity of Jesus Christ and to demonstrate the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. Notably, the Berean Standard Bible uses the name Isaiah instead of Esaias, aligning with modern translations.

1. Matthew 3:3 : "This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: 'A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for Him.’” This passage refers to John the Baptist as the forerunner of Christ, fulfilling Isaiah's prophecy (Isaiah 40:3).

2. Matthew 12:17-18 : "This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: 'Here is My servant, whom I have chosen, My beloved, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will proclaim justice to the nations.'" This citation from Isaiah 42:1-4 highlights Jesus as the Servant of the Lord.

3. John 12:38-41 : "This was to fulfill the word of Isaiah the prophet: 'Lord, who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?' For this reason they were unable to believe. For again, Isaiah said: 'He has blinded their eyes and hardened their hearts, so that they cannot see with their eyes, and understand with their hearts, and turn, and I would heal them.' Isaiah said these things because he saw Jesus’ glory and spoke about Him." This passage references Isaiah 53:1 and Isaiah 6:10, emphasizing the prophetic vision of Isaiah concerning the rejection of Christ.

4. Acts 8:28-30 : "And on his return journey, he was sitting in his chariot reading Isaiah the prophet. The Spirit said to Philip, 'Go over to that chariot and stay by it.' So Philip ran up and heard the man reading Isaiah the prophet. 'Do you understand what you are reading?' Philip asked." This account of the Ethiopian eunuch reading Isaiah 53:7-8 illustrates the evangelistic use of Isaiah's prophecies in the early church.

Theological Significance:
Esaias, or Isaiah, is a pivotal figure in biblical theology. His prophecies are rich with messianic themes, foretelling the coming of the Messiah, His suffering, and His ultimate reign. Isaiah's writings are often seen as a bridge between the Old and New Testaments, providing a prophetic foundation for the life and ministry of Jesus Christ.

Isaiah's Prophecies and Christ:
Isaiah's prophecies are frequently quoted in the New Testament to validate Jesus as the promised Messiah. His vivid descriptions of the Suffering Servant (Isaiah 52:13-53:12) are seen as direct references to Jesus' passion and crucifixion. The prophetic vision of a new heaven and a new earth (Isaiah 65:17) aligns with the eschatological hope found in the New Testament.

Conclusion:
The figure of Esaias, as referenced in the New Testament, underscores the continuity and fulfillment of God's redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. Isaiah's prophecies remain a testament to the divine inspiration of Scripture and the unfolding of God's promises throughout history.Esaias

same as Isaiah

The Greek form for Isaiah, constantly used in the Authorized Version of the New Testament (Matthew 3:3; 4:14), but in the Revised Version always "Isaiah." ESAIAS

e-za'-yas.

See ISAIAH.

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... 2267, 2268. Esaias. 2269 . ... prophet NASB Word Usage Isaiah (22). Esaias. Of Hebrew
origin (Ysha'yah); Hesaias (ie Jeshajah), an Israelite -- Esaias. ...
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Chapter i.
... svphtym Saphateim Kritai Iudices smv'l Samouel Basileion{ a', b' g', d' Regum{ 1,
2 3, 4 mlkym Ouammelch Dabid [430] ysyh ,ysyhv Iessia Esaias Isaias yrmyh ...
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Proofs from the Plain Testimony of Moses, and of the Other ...
... 3808] Again, David saying that his help came from the Lord, asserts: "My help is
from the Lord, who made heaven and earth." [3809] And Esaias confesses that ...
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Israel and Britain. A Note of Warning
... "But though he had done so many miracles before them, yet they believed not on him:
that the saying of Esaias the prophet might be fulfilled, which he spake ...
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The Conversion of the Ethiopian Eunuch.
... who had the charge of all her treasure, and had come to Jerusalem for to worship,
was returning, and, sitting in his chariot, read Esaias the Prophet." In ...
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That it is the Prerogative of the Same Power to be Beneficent and ...
... He admonishes also by Esaias, in His care for the people, when He says, "This people
honour Me with their lips, but their heart is far from Me." What follows ...
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(On the Mysteries. Iii. )
... there was given an Unction [2425] , the anti-type of that wherewith Christ was anointed;
and this is the Holy Ghost; of whom also the blessed Esaias, in his ...
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John xii. 34
... Which He also did here. "Though He had done so many miracles," it saith, "they believed
not on Him.". Ver.38. "That the saying of Esaias [1916] might be ...
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Matt. viii. 14
... and He cast out the spirits from them with a word, and healed all that were sick:
that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Prophet Esaias, that He ...
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Rom. x. 14, 15
... "But they have not all obeyed the Gospel. For Esaias saith, Lord, who hath believed
our report? ... As then he says above, that Esaias crieth, so too here. Ver.20. ...
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We Keep Therefore the one Position, And, in Respect of this ...
... As saith Esaias, "See how the righteous man perisheth, and no one layeth it to heart;
and righteous men are taken away, and no one considereth it: for from ...
/.../scorpiace antidote for the scorpions sting/chapter viii we keep therefore.htm

Esaias (18 Occurrences)
... Isaiah.". Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ESAIAS. e-za'-yas. See ISAIAH.
Multi-Version Concordance Esaias (18 Occurrences). Matthew ...
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Prepare (199 Occurrences)
... Matthew 3:3 For this is he that was spoken of by the prophet Esaias, saying, The
voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make ...
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Prophesied (57 Occurrences)
... until John. (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV NIV). Matthew 15:7 Hypocrites! well
has Esaias prophesied about you, saying, (DBY NIV). Mark 7 ...
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Crieth (47 Occurrences)
... Matthew 3:3 For this is he who has been spoken of through Esaias the prophet, saying,
Voice of him that crieth in the wilderness: prepare ye the way of the Lord ...
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Isaiah (64 Occurrences)
... Isaiah is the Paul of the Old Testament. 1. Name: In Hebrew yesha`yahu,
and yesha`yah; Greek Esaias; Latin Esaias and Isaias. His ...
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Eruption (6 Occurrences)

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Spake (704 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV YLT). John 12:38 That the saying of Esaias the prophet might be fulfilled,
which he spake, Lord, who hath believed our report? ...
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Unrolled (2 Occurrences)
... Luke 4:17 And the book of the prophet Esaias was given to him; and having unrolled
the book he found the place where it was written, (DBY). ...
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Understandest (10 Occurrences)
... (ASV). Acts 8:30 And Philip ran thither to him, and heard him read the prophet Esaias,
and said, Understandest thou what thou readest? (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Obeyed (83 Occurrences)
... (KJV DBY WBS NIV). Romans 10:16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Esaias
saith, Lord, who hath believed our report? (KJV DBY WBS RSV). ...
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