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God's Patient Silence
Commentators explain that God's period of being 'silent' was not a sign of indifference but of divine patience and forbearance. For the people in exile, this felt like an endless wait. John Calvin suggests this silence serves a dual purpose: it tests the faith of believers while allowing the wicked to grow complacent before God acts decisively.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 42:14
18th Century
Theologian
I have long time holden my peace – This is the language of Yahweh, and it means that he had for a long time been patient and forbea…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 42:14
19th Century
Bishop
I have long time held my peace ... —The change of person indicates that Jehovah is the speaker. "Long time," literally, <…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 42:14
19th Century
Preacher
Oh! What a time will that be when God comes forth in the splendor of his power to put down all the hosts of evil.
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 42:14
16th Century
Theologian
I have kept silence. The Prophet addresses the temptations that commonly cause us great uneasiness when God delays His aid. We are tempted…
John Gill
On Isaiah 42:14
17th Century
Pastor
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Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 42:13–17
17th Century
Minister
The Lord will appear in his power and glory. He will cry, in the preaching of his word. He will cry aloud in the gospel woes, which must be preache…