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A Prophet's Heartbreak
Commentators explain that Isaiah's desire to be left alone reveals a grief so profound it cannot be comforted. He refers to Jerusalem as 'the daughter of my people,' showing that he feels the nation's impending doom as a deep, personal, and bitter family tragedy.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 22:4
18th Century
Theologian
Look away from me - Do not look upon me - an indication of deep grief, for sorrow seeks to be alone, and grief avoids publicity and exposu…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 22:4
19th Century
Bishop
Therefore said I, Look away from me. —The tone is that of one who wishes to be alone in his sorrow. It is too deep for vi…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 22:4
16th Century
Theologian
Therefore I said. Here the Prophet, in order to affect the hearts of the Jews more deeply, not only assumes the character of a mourner but…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 22:4
17th Century
Pastor
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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,…