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I will wait for Yahweh, who hides his face from the house of Jacob, and I will look for him.
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Waiting is an Act of Faith
Commentators agree that the prophet's declaration to "wait" is not passive, but a powerful and deliberate act of faith. After delivering God's message to an unfaithful nation, Isaiah personally resolves to persevere in hope and trust God alone. As John Calvin notes, this is the only remedy when the world seems to have turned away from God and even God Himself seems distant.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And I will wait upon the Lord - This is the commencement of a new subject. The prophet had closed his former message; but had seen …
19th Century
Anglican
And I will wait upon the Lord, who hides his face ... —The words come in somewhat abruptly, but not to the extent that justifies the assum…
16th Century
Protestant
Therefore I will wait for the Lord. I have chosen to render the particle ו (vau) as therefore; for the Prophet recovers …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And I will wait upon the Lord Or "for the Lord" F24 ; for the coming of Christ, the Immanuel, who would be a sanctu…
The prophet foresaw that the Lord would hide His face; but he looked for His return to favor them again. Though not miraculous signs, the children'…
13th Century
Catholic
And he will be. Here the author presents the fruit of obedience: sanctification to you. I will make you h…
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