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and a spirit of justice to him who sits in judgment, and strength to those who turn back the battle at the gate.
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The Source of Good Governance
Commentators explain that a nation's success rests on two pillars: wise internal governance and strong external defense. This verse shows that both 'a spirit of justice' for leaders and 'strength' for warriors are not merely human achievements but direct gifts from God, who alone equips a people for stability and security.
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Isaiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And for a spirit of judgment - (compare the note at Isaiah 1:26; Isaiah 11:2). The sense of this passage is that Jehovah would e…
19th Century
Anglican
And for a spirit of judgment ... —The words remind us of the list of spiritual gifts in Isaiah 11:2. The injustice of corrupt judg…
16th Century
Protestant
And for a spirit of judgment. He explains how the Lord will adorn that “remnant” with additional splendor; for he presents examples of the…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And for a spirit of judgment to him that sitteth in judgment , &c.] That is, as the Lord would give honour and glory…
The prophet next turns to Judah, whom he calls the residue of his people. Happy are those alone who glory in the Lord of hosts himself. Therefore, …
13th Century
Catholic
Woe to the crown. In this part, he issues a threat against those who scorn the predictions of the prophets.
First, he thr…
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