For as the earth bringeth forth - This figure is used several times by the prophet (see the notes at Isaiah 45:8; [Reference Isaiah…

As the earth bringeth forth her bud ... —The passage is memorable as at least suggesting the leading thought of the parab…

I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered m…

For as the earth puts forth. By a beautiful comparison the Prophet confirms the former promises, for he reminds the Jews of the ordinary p…

For as the earth bringeth forth her bud
Of tender grass in the spring of the year, after a long and cold winter, bei…

1. The spirit of the Lord is upon me. Here he promises joy to the people. This is divided into two parts:

   • In th…