Introduction

Isaiah, chapters 56 to 59 contain two sub units each with a similar three part structure. Chapters 56 and 57 comprise the first sub unit, and 58 and 59 the second. John oswald describes the breakdown of component subdivisions of these sub units as an example of realized righteousness. The sabbath in chapter 56 is followed by reflection on the general situation and then an announcement of the lord's intention to deliver the materials contained at the end of Chapter 57. In chapter 59, the last two Sions of the sub unit are: 1) A redemptive intent for those who turn away from transgression; 2) True fasting which can be achieved only through God’s