Charles Ellicott Commentary Isaiah 46:3

Charles Ellicott Commentary

Isaiah 46:3

1819–1905
Anglican
Charles Ellicott
Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott Commentary

Isaiah 46:3

1819–1905
Anglican
SCRIPTURE

"Hearken unto me, O house of Jacob, and all the remnant of the house of Israel, that have been borne [by me] from their birth, that have been carried from the womb;" — Isaiah 46:3 (ASV)

Listen to me. —The prophet’s choice of words is exceptionally emphatic. The false gods are carried away as a burden. The true God bears, i.e., supports, His people. He is able to bear that burden. Every “I” is emphasised in the Hebrew.