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The Unrivaled King
Commentators emphasize this verse as God's ultimate declaration of His exclusive identity. By using titles like 'King' and 'Redeemer,' He establishes His personal authority and care for His people. The statement 'besides me there is no God' is an absolute claim, intended to eliminate any reliance on idols and call for humanity's total adoration and service to Him alone.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 44:6
18th Century
Theologian
Thus says the Lord - This commences, as I suppose (see Analysis), the argument to prove that Yahweh is the only true God, and that …
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 44:6
19th Century
Bishop
Thus says the Lord ... —A new section opens, repeating the argument of Isaiah 41 and Isaiah 43 against idolatry.
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 44:6
19th Century
Preacher
Thus says the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God.
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 44:6
16th Century
Theologian
Thus says Jehovah. The Prophet now does nothing other than confirm the preceding doctrine, which was highly necessary. For human hearts, b…
John Gill
On Isaiah 44:6
17th Century
Pastor
Thus says the Lord the King of Israel
The King of the whole world, and Governor among the nations; and in a peculiar…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 44:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Israel is here called Jeshurun, which means "the upright one." Only such are Israelites indeed, in whom is no guile. Those who serve God, …