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An Open Invitation
Commentators widely agree that the 'strong city' represents God's secure kingdom, whether viewed as the Church, the New Jerusalem, or the restored community of faith. The command to 'open the gates' is not for just anyone, but specifically for the 'righteous nation,' signifying a broad and welcoming invitation to all who are faithful.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 26:2
18th Century
Theologian
Open ye the gates - This is probably the language of a chorus responding to the sentiment in (Isaiah 26:1). The captive…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 26:2
19th Century
Bishop
Open ye the gates ... —The cry comes as from the heralds of the king of the heavenly city, proclaiming that the gates are…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 26:2
19th Century
Preacher
Open ye the gates, that the righteous nation which keepeth the truth may enter in.
This city is for the righteous, for those who kee…
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 26:2
16th Century
Theologian
Open ye the gates. This "song" was undoubtedly despised by many when it was published by Isaiah. During his life, the inhabitants of Jerus…
John Gill
On Isaiah 26:2
17th Century
Pastor
Open you the gates
Not of Jerusalem, literally understood, nor of heaven; rather of the New Jerusalem, whose gates a…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 26:1–4
17th Century
Minister
"That day," seems to mean when the New Testament Babylon will be leveled with the ground. The unchangeable promise and covenant of the Lord are the…