As one whom his mother comforteth - See the notes at Isaiah 49:15, where the same image occurs.

One whom his mother comforts ... —The image of maternal love, with which the prophet’s mind is full, is presented in yet …

As a man whom his mother comforteth. It is wonderful that the Prophet, who appeared to have already spoken enough about this renewal, dwel…

As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you
Though ordinances are means, and ministers are instruments …

The prophet turns to those who trembled at God's word, to comfort and encourage them. The Lord will appear, to the joy of the humble believer and t…

1. Thus says the Lord. Here he specifies how the sentence will be executed.

   • First, in particular, concerning the J…