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Now says Yahweh who formed me from the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob again to him, and that Israel be gathered to him (for I am honorable in the eyes of Yahweh, and my God is become my strength);
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
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…
19th Century
Anglican
Though Israel be not gathered. —Better, and that Israel be gathered to Him. The negative, as in Isaiah 9:3, comes from an…
Baptist
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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16th Century
Protestant
And now saith Jehovah. By this verse He confirms the former statement and offers more abundant consolation by repeating that calling. This…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And now, says the Lord Jehovah the Father, in confirmation of the call, office, and work of Christ, which he has dec…
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. …
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13th Century
Catholic
Give ear, you islands. In this part, he describes the order of liberation in more detail. Regarding this, he does two things:
