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The Meaning in the Name
Commentators explain that when God declares, "I am Jehovah, that is my name," He is revealing His core nature. The name Jehovah (or Yahweh) signifies His unique, self-existent, eternal, and unchanging being. This name, which scholars note is exclusive to the true God, serves to distinguish Him from all idols and false gods, establishing Him as the only one worthy of worship.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 42:8
18th Century
Theologian
I am the Lord - I am Yahweh. Here is also a change in the address. In the previous verses, God had addressed the Messiah. Here he t…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 42:8–9
19th Century
Bishop
I am the Lord.... —The prophet grasps the full meaning of the name revealed in Exodus 3:15. It follows from that meaning …
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 42:8–9
19th Century
Preacher
One great proof of the truth of the deity of Jehovah is that he can foresee and foretell, so that long before events happen he makes them known. No…
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 42:8
16th Century
Theologian
I am Jehovah. From this, understand the nature and extent of the disease of unbelief, since the Lord can hardly find words adequate to exp…
John Gill
On Isaiah 42:8
17th Century
Pastor
I am the Lord, that is my name
Jehovah, a name expressive of his self-existence, eternity, and immutability; a name …
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 42:5–12
17th Century
Minister
The work of redemption brings humankind back to the obedience they owe to God as their Maker. Christ is the light of the world. By his grace, he op…