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The Servant is Christ
While a few historical interpretations exist, commentators are unanimous that the 'servant' described here is the Messiah, Jesus Christ. The New Testament itself confirms this, with Matthew 12:17-21 directly quoting this passage and applying it to Jesus. This identification is the foundation for understanding the entire chapter.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 42:1
18th Century
Theologian
Behold - This word is designed to call attention to the person who is immediately referred to. It is an intimation that the subject is of im…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 42:1
19th Century
Bishop
Behold my servant ... —Here the words point not, as before, to the visible, or even the ideal Israel, but to One who is t…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 42:1
19th Century
Preacher
Behold my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the G…
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 42:1
16th Century
Theologian
Behold my servant. The Prophet appears to break off abruptly to speak of Christ, but we ought to remember what we mentioned previously whe…
John Gill
On Isaiah 42:1
17th Century
Pastor
Behold my servant, whom I uphold
The Targum is, ``behold my servant the Messiah;'' and Kimchi on the place says, thi…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 42:1–4
17th Century
Minister
This prophecy was fulfilled in Christ (Matthew 12:17). Let our souls rely on him, and rejoice in him; then, for his sake, the Father wi…