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A Collapse of Leadership
Commentators unanimously point out the complete failure of Jerusalem's leadership. Instead of standing firm to protect the people, the rulers—both civil and military—fled in a panic. John Calvin highlights the deep shame in this, as those meant to be shields for the populace were the first to abandon their posts in cowardice.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 22:3
18th Century
Theologian
All thy rulers are fled together - The general idea in this verse is plain. It is designed to describe the consternation that would take pla…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 22:3
19th Century
Bishop
They are bound by the archers. —Better, fettered without the bow. The taunting charge of cowardice is carried further. Th…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 22:3
16th Century
Theologian
All your rulers have fled together. This verse has been interpreted in various ways. The fact is abundantly clear, but there is some diffi…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 22:3
17th Century
Pastor
All your rulers have fled together
Either the rulers of Jerusalem, civil and ecclesiastical, that should have been at…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 22:1–7
17th Century
Minister
Why is Jerusalem in such terror? Her slain men are not slain with the sword, but with famine; or, slain with fear, disheartened. Their rulers fled,…