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He shall spread forth his hands in the midst of it, as he who swims spreads forth [his hands] to swim; but [Yahweh] will lay low his pride together with the craft of his hands.

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God's Unstoppable Power

Most commentators agree that the swimmer in the verse is God. The image depicts His overwhelming and complete power. Like a swimmer forcefully parting the waters, God extends His might over all His enemies, striking on both sides and leaving no part untouched. This powerful metaphor illustrates the totality and effortlessness of God's sovereign judgment against pride and opposition.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Isaiah 25:11

18th Century

Theologian

And he shall spread forth his hands - The sense is, that Yahweh would stretch out his hands everywhere, prostrating his enemies, an…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Isaiah 25:11

19th Century

Bishop

As he that swimmeth spreadeth forth his hands to swim. — The structure of the sentence leaves it uncertain whether the comparison …

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Isaiah 25:11

16th Century

Theologian

And he shall spread out. The Prophet now explains and confirms the previous statement, but he employs a different metaphor, meaning that t…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Isaiah 25:11

17th Century

Pastor

And he shall spread forth his hands in the midst of them , &c.] In the midst of Moab, in the midst of the enemies of the …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Isaiah 25:9–12

17th Century

Minister

With joy and praise will those who looked for the Redeemer welcome the good news of him; and with a triumphant song, glorified saints will enter in…