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The ransomed of Yahweh shall return, and come with singing to Zion; and everlasting joy shall be on their heads: they shall obtain gladness and joy; [and] sorrow and sighing shall flee away.

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A Triumphant Homecoming

Commentators explain that this verse promises a triumphant return for God's people. Historically, it refers to the joyful journey from Babylon back to Zion. Theologians like Spurgeon compare the 'singing' to Israel's celebration after the Exodus, emphasizing that God brings His people home not in shame, but with overwhelming, public joy.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Isaiah 51:11

18th Century

Theologian

Therefore the redeemed of the Lord This is probably the language of Yahweh assuring them, in answer to their prayer, that hi…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Isaiah 51:11

19th Century

Bishop

Therefore the redeemed. —Noteworthy as being either a quotation by Isaiah from himself (Isaiah 35:10), or by the unknown write…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Isaiah 51:11

19th Century

Preacher

Therefore the redeemed of the Lord shall return, and come with singing unto Zion;

Just as they came out of Egypt in ancient times,…

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John Calvin

John Calvin

On Isaiah 51:11

16th Century

Theologian

Therefore the redeemed by Jehovah shall return. He now describes more plainly what he had briefly remarked. For, after having related the …

John Gill

John Gill

On Isaiah 51:11

17th Century

Pastor

Therefore the redeemed of the Lord shall return
Or "and", or "so" F17 . In like manner, and as sure as th…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Isaiah 51:9–16

17th Century

Minister

The people whom Christ has redeemed with His blood, as well as by His power, will obtain joyful deliverance from every enemy. He who designs such j…

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