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A Divine Taunt
Commentators unanimously explain that this verse is not a genuine suggestion but a sharp, sarcastic taunt from God. He challenges Babylon to rely on the magic and sorcery it has practiced for centuries, knowing these powers are utterly useless against His judgment. This irony highlights the foolishness of placing trust in any power apart from God.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 47:12
18th Century
Theologian
Stand now with thy enchantments - (See the notes at Isaiah 47:9). This is evidently sarcastic and ironical. It is a call on those who prac…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 47:12
19th Century
Bishop
If so be thou shalt be able ... —The words come with a subtle tone of irony. Persevere in your enchantments
John Calvin
On Isaiah 47:12
16th Century
Theologian
Stand now amidst thy divinations. The Prophet speaks as we are accustomed to speak to desperate men, on whom no warnings produce any good …
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John Gill
On Isaiah 47:12
17th Century
Pastor
Stand now with your enchantments, and with the multitude of
your sorceries
An ironic …
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 47:7–15
17th Century
Minister
Let us beware of acting and speaking as Babylon did; of trusting in tyranny and oppression; of boasting about our abilities, relying on ourselves, …