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A Divine Appointment
Commentators unanimously agree that this verse affirms the Servant's (Christ's) divine commission. The phrase "formed me from the womb" signifies a preordained purpose. As John Calvin notes, this refers not just to a physical creation but to being divinely equipped for the specific office of bringing God's people back to Him. This establishes the absolute authority and certainty behind Christ's mission.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 49:5
18th Century
Theologian
And now, says the Lord that formed me - This verse contains the reason why he cherished the hope that his work would not be unaccep…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 49:5
19th Century
Bishop
Though Israel be not gathered. —Better, and that Israel be gathered to Him. The negative, as in Isaiah 9:3, comes from an…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 49:5
19th Century
Preacher
And now, saith the LORD that formed me from the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob again to him, Though Israel be not gathered, yet shall I…
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 49:5
16th Century
Theologian
And now saith Jehovah. By this verse He confirms the former statement and offers more abundant consolation by repeating that calling. This…
John Gill
On Isaiah 49:5
17th Century
Pastor
And now, says the Lord
Jehovah the Father, in confirmation of the call, office, and work of Christ, which he has dec…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 49:1–6
17th Century
Minister
The great Author of redemption shows the authority for his work. The sword of his word slays the lusts of his people, and all at enmity with them. …