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Therefore says the Lord, Yahweh of Hosts, the Mighty One of Israel, Ah, I will ease me of my adversaries, and avenge me of my enemies;

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A Solemn Declaration of Judgment

Commentators note the stacking of divine titles: "the Lord, Jehovah of hosts, the Mighty One of Israel." This isn't a casual warning but a formal, solemn declaration of judgment. The very God who was their Master, Creator, and powerful Defender is now using His full authority and might to execute justice against them.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Isaiah 1:24

18th Century

Theologian

Therefore saith the Lord ... - The prophet, having stated the guilt of the nation, proceeds to show the consequences of their crimes, or to …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Isaiah 1:24

19th Century

Bishop

Therefore saith the Lord. —The word for “saith” (literally, whisper) is that which always indicates the solemn u…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Isaiah 1:24

16th Century

Theologian

Therefore says the Lord, the LORD of hosts. He first uses the word האדון, (haadon) which literally means lord, and expresses the …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Isaiah 1:24

17th Century

Pastor

Therefore, says the Lord, the Lord of hosts, the mighty One of Israel
All these names and titles, which are expressi…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Isaiah 1:21–31

17th Century

Minister

Neither holy cities nor royal ones are faithful to their trust if religion does not dwell in them. Dross may shine like silver, and wine that is mi…