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A New Exodus
All commentators agree that this verse intentionally echoes the Exodus. Just as God miraculously parted the Red Sea to create a path for Israel, He promises to make a clear, unobstructed "highway" for His remnant to return. This powerful image of a 'new Exodus' serves as a guarantee of God's future faithfulness based on His past actions.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 11:16
18th Century
Theologian
And there will be a highway—All obstructions will be removed, and they will be permitted to return without hindrance (compare the note at Is…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 11:16
19th Century
Bishop
And there shall be a highway for the remnant ... —The “highway” is, as in Isaiah 19:23; Isaiah 49:11, and else…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 11:16
16th Century
Theologian
And there shall be a path. This verse contains nothing new, but explains the former verse. The people would perceive the same power of God…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 11:16
17th Century
Pastor
And there shall be a highway for the remnant of his
people
That is, through the river…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 11:10–16
17th Century
Minister
When the gospel is to be publicly preached, the Gentiles would seek Christ Jesus as their Lord and Saviour, and find rest of soul. When God's time …