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It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing; the glory of Lebanon shall be given to it, the excellency of Carmel and Sharon: they shall see the glory of Yahweh, the excellency of our God.

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A Picture of Radical Renewal

Commentators explain that the imagery of a desert blooming with the majesty of Lebanon, the beauty of Carmel, and the fertility of Sharon is a powerful metaphor. It describes the radical and complete spiritual renewal that the Messiah brings, transforming a world of spiritual desolation into one of abundant life, joy, and beauty.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Isaiah 35:2

18th Century

Theologian

It shall blossom abundantly - Hebrew, ‘Blossoming it shall blossom’ - a common mode of expression in Hebrew, denoting certainty, abundance, …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Isaiah 35:2

19th Century

Bishop

The glory of Lebanon ...—The three types of cultivated beauty are contrasted with the former three of desolation. S…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Isaiah 35:2

19th Century

Preacher

It is a wonderful sight to see, for one of the most lovely sights in the world is when the glory and excellence of God are seen in the works of his…

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John Calvin

John Calvin

On Isaiah 35:2

16th Century

Theologian

Flourishing it shall flourish. He describes more fully how great the effect of the grace of Christ will be, by whose power and might those…

John Gill

John Gill

On Isaiah 35:2

17th Century

Pastor

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Isaiah 35:1–4

17th Century

Minister

Judea was prosperous in the days of Hezekiah, but the kingdom of Christ is the great subject intended. Converting grace causes the soul that was a …

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