This prophecy on the observance of the Sabbath is the first of a series of short predictions, probably arranged in chronological order among themse…

Then will I kindle a fire ... —The fire is figurative rather than literal: the “fierce anger” of the Lord which man canno…

Now, on the other hand, the Prophet terrifies them if they did not heed the promises of God. God first kindly allures us; but when He sees us to be…

But if you will not listen to me: With respect to this particular point, more especially: to hallow the sabba…

The prophet was to present to the rulers and the people of Judah the command to keep the Sabbath day holy. Let them strictly observe the fourth com…

1. Here, the prophet calls the people back to practicing their original religion regarding the commandment to observe the Sabbath. This is t…