50:6Meaning
Voluntary exposure to abuse The speaker says he “gave” his back to those striking him and his cheeks to those pulling out hair. The wording presents this as chosen submission rather than accidental harm. He adds that he did not hide his face from disgrace and spitting, describing deliberate refusal to avoid humiliation.
Unit 2 (v. 7a): The stated reason—certain help
The speaker explains the endurance with “For the Lord Yahweh will help me.” The logic is straightforward: the confidence is not in personal toughness alone but in divine support that makes continued obedience possible.
Unit 3 (v. 7b): The resulting posture—unshaken resolve
Because the Lord will help, the speaker says he has not been “confounded,” meaning he will not be left crushed or exposed as a fool. He then describes setting his face “like a flint,” picturing a hard, fixed determination to continue forward.
Unit 4 (v. 7c): The expected outcome—no final disgrace
The speaker concludes with certainty: “I know that I shall not be put to shame.” Even though shame is being thrown at him now, he expects it will not be the final verdict on his life and mission.