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God's Presence, Our Confidence
The prophet's bold taunt against powerful nations isn't based on Judah's military might, but on the promise of "Immanuel"—God is with us. Commentators explain that this is the foundation of the believer's courage. When facing overwhelming opposition, our hope rests not in our circumstances, but in the certainty of God's presence and protection for His people.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 8:9
18th Century
Theologian
Associate yourselves - In the previous verses the prophet had seen the Assyrian coming up on the land like an overwhelming flood. He looked …
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 8:9
19th Century
Bishop
Associate yourselves, O you people ... —Better, O you peoples. The words are not limited to the confederacy of Syria and Ephraim,…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 8:9
16th Century
Theologian
Associate yourselves. The verb רעו (rognu), whether it is derived from רוע (ruang) or from רעה (ragnah), means …
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John Gill
On Isaiah 8:9
17th Century
Pastor
Associate yourselves, O you people
Both of Syria and Israel, whose two kings were confederate against Judah:
and you…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 8:9–16
17th Century
Minister
The prophet challenges the enemies of the Jews. Their efforts would be vain, and they themselves would be broken to pieces. It concerns us, in time…