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A Promise of Divine Care
Most commentators see this verse as a message of hope. Amidst judgment on the proud and wealthy (“the fat ones”), God promises to care for His humble people, the “lambs.” As John Calvin explains, this is a comfort to the godly, assuring them that God will act as a faithful shepherd to His flock even when the wicked are removed. The downfall of the oppressor creates a space for the righteous to flourish.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 5:17
18th Century
Theologian
Then shall the lambs feed - This verse is very variously interpreted. Most of the Hebrew commentators have followed the Chaldee int…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 5:17
19th Century
Bishop
Then shall the lambs feed after their manner. —Better, feed even as on their pasture. The meaning is clear enough. The lands that…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 5:17
19th Century
Preacher
It is always so. There is always room for the tender, and the gentle, and the weak, when God smites the haughty and the strong.
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 5:17
16th Century
Theologian
And the lambs shall feed after their manner. Some render it according to their measure, or, in proportion to their capacity
John Gill
On Isaiah 5:17
17th Century
Pastor
Then shall the lambs feed after their manner
That is, the people of God, the disciples of Christ, either apostles an…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 5:8–23
17th Century
Minister
Here is a woe to those who set their hearts on the wealth of the world. It is not that it is sinful for those who have a house and a field to purch…