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God is the Ultimate Commander
Commentators explain that this verse is a divine command to assemble an army against Babylon. The imagery of raising a banner, shouting, and waving a hand shows that God is the ultimate commander-in-chief of world events. He actively musters nations and directs history to fulfill His purposes, demonstrating His absolute sovereignty.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 13:2
18th Century
Theologian
Lift ye up a banner — A military ensign or standard. The vision opens here; and the first thing which the prophet hears is the sole…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 13:2
19th Century
Bishop
Lift ye up a banner upon the high mountain... — Strictly speaking, a bare mountain, where there were no trees to…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 13:2
16th Century
Theologian
1. The burden of Babylon. From this chapter to the twenty-fourth, the Prophet foretells what dreadful and shocking calamities awaited the Gentiles …
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John Gill
On Isaiah 13:2
17th Century
Pastor
Lift you up a banner upon the high mountain
Or "upon the mountain Nishphah"; some high mountain in Media or Persia, …
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 13:1–5
17th Century
Minister
The threatenings of God's word press heavily upon the wicked, and are a grievous burden, too heavy for them to bear. The persons brought together t…