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God's Sudden Intervention
Commentators emphasize the dramatic turn in this verse. Just as the seemingly unstoppable Assyrian army reaches the gates of Jerusalem, God intervenes with terrifying power. This serves as a powerful reminder that God's sovereignty can bring a sudden and complete reversal, demonstrating that no human power is beyond His control, especially when defending His people.
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Isaiah
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18th Century
Theologian
Behold, the Lord ... - The prophet had described, in the previous verses, the march of the Assyrians toward Jerusalem, station by s…
19th Century
Bishop
Behold, ... the Lord of hosts ... —The sudden change of tone indicates another pressure of the “strong hand” of Jehovah ([Referenc…
17th Century
Pastor
Behold, the Lord, the Lord of hosts, shall lop the bough with terror Cut off the king of Assyria and his army, in a most …
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17th Century
Minister
Through our afflictions, we may learn not to place our confidence in created things. Only those who return to him in truth, not in pretense and out…