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Justice for His People
Commentators explain that God's 'day of vengeance' is not random anger but a specific act of justice to defend His people, Zion. The severe judgment described is God's response to the hostility His people have suffered. As John Calvin notes, God acts to show His unceasing affection and care for His own.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 34:8
18th Century
Theologian
For it is the day of the Lord’s vengeance - A time when Yahweh will take vengeance.
The year of recompenses for the c…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 34:8
19th Century
Bishop
The year of recompences for the controversy of Zion ... —The long-delayed day of retribution should come at last. This wo…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 34:8
16th Century
Theologian
For it is the day of vengeance of Jehovah. This verse must be viewed as closely connected with the preceding verses, as it points out the …
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John Gill
On Isaiah 34:8
17th Century
Pastor
For [it is] the day of the Lord's vengeance
The time which he has appointed to take vengeance on antichrist, his 126…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 34:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Here is a prophecy of the wars of the Lord, all of which are both righteous and successful. All nations are concerned. And as they have all had the…