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Yes, my hand has laid the foundation of the earth, and my right hand has spread out the heavens: when I call to them, they stand up together.

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The Creator is the Redeemer

Commentators explain that God isn't just boasting; He is providing His credentials. By reminding Israel of His power as the Creator of the universe, He is assuring them that He is more than capable of delivering them from exile. The one who founded the earth can certainly fulfill His promises of redemption.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Isaiah 48:13

18th Century

Theologian

Mine hand also hath laid ... - I am the Creator of all things, and I have all power, and am abundantly able to deliver you from all your e…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Isaiah 48:12–13

19th Century

Preacher

What a great God is he whose right hand spanned the heavens, making the arch of the sky, as it were, with the span of his hand!

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Isaiah 48:13

16th Century

Theologian

Surely my hand hath founded the earth. Here the Prophet explains more clearly what he meant in the previous verse. After speaking of God’s…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Isaiah 48:13

17th Century

Pastor

Mine hand also has laid the foundation of the earth
Which is ascribed to the Wisdom, Word, and Son of God, ([Referen…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Isaiah 48:9–15

17th Century

Minister

We ourselves have nothing to plead with God as a reason for Him to show mercy on us. It is for His praise, to the honor of His mercy, to spare.