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The Voice of Mockery
Most scholars explain that this verse is not from God or the prophet, but quotes the mocking words of Judah's corrupt leaders. They are sarcastically asking, "Who does God think he's teaching? Does he see us as toddlers, needing the same simple lesson repeated over and over?" This reveals their arrogant contempt for God's clear, foundational truth.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 28:9
18th Century
Theologian
Whom shall he teach knowledge? — This verse begins a statement concerning another form of sin that prevailed among the people of Ju…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 28:9
19th Century
Bishop
Whom shall he teach knowledge? —The two verses that follow reproduce the language of the drunkards as they talk scornfull…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 28:9
16th Century
Theologian
Whom shall he teach knowledge? Here the Prophet shows by an expression of amazement that the disease of the people is incurable, and that …
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John Gill
On Isaiah 28:9
17th Century
Pastor
Whom shall he teach knowledge? Not the drunken priest or prophet, who were both unfit for teaching men knowledge; but eit…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 28:5–15
17th Century
Minister
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, …