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God's Just Ransom
Commentators explain the primary meaning is historical: Israel went into exile "for nought," meaning their captors paid no price for them. Therefore, God promises to redeem them "without money," meaning no ransom would be paid to Babylon. This was a powerful assurance to the exiles that God's justice and sovereignty, not a financial transaction, would secure their freedom.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 52:3
18th Century
Theologian
Ye have sold yourselves for nought - You became captives and prisoners without any price being paid for you. You cost nothing to th…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 52:3
19th Century
Bishop
You have sold yourselves ... —Literally, you were sold. The people had complained that Jehovah had “sold them” into the h…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 52:3
16th Century
Theologian
For thus says Jehovah. This verse has been poorly explained by many commentators, who have chosen here to enter into philosophical subtlet…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 52:3
17th Century
Pastor
For thus says the Lord, you have sold yourselves for nought, &c.] As Ahab did to work wickedness; as men do freely, and g…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 52:1–12
17th Century
Minister
The gospel proclaims liberty to those bound with fears. Let those weary and heavy laden under the burden of sin find relief in Christ, shake themse…