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A Truly Human Savior
Commentators like John Calvin and John Gill emphasize that this verse proves the genuine humanity of the promised child, Immanuel. By eating common children's food ('butter' being curdled milk) and growing in understanding over time, he is shown to be a real human, not a phantom. This highlights Christ's condescension, as he willingly experienced the limitations of human development for our sake.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 7:15
18th Century
Theologian
Butter and honey - The word translated “butter” (חמאה chem'âh) does not mean butter, but thick and curdled milk. This was th…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 7:15
19th Century
Bishop
Butter and honey he shall eat, that he may know ... — A better translation is, until he knows, or, when he k…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 7:14–15
19th Century
Preacher
And shall call his name Immanuel. Butter and honey shall he eat, that he may know to refuse the evil, and choose the good.
Therefor…
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 7:15
16th Century
Theologian
Butter and honey shall he eat. Here the Prophet proves the true human nature of Christ, for it was altogether incredible that He who was G…
John Gill
On Isaiah 7:15
17th Century
Pastor
Butter and honey shall he eat.
As the Messiah Jesus no doubt did; since he was born in a land flowing with milk and honey, and…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 7:10–16
17th Century
Minister
Secret disaffection toward God is often disguised with the pretense of respect for him; and those who are resolved that they will not trust God, ye…