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A Despised Land's Destiny
Commentators explain that the regions of Zebulun and Naphtali, known as 'Galilee of the nations,' were historically looked down upon. They were far from the religious center of Jerusalem, had a mixed population with Gentiles, and were the first to suffer from Assyrian invasions. This prophecy declares a stunning reversal: this land of contempt would become the place of God's greatest honor.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 9:1
18th Century
Theologian
Nevertheless - Notwithstanding what is said in the previous chapter of the calamities that are coming upon Israel. Hengstenberg renders this…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 9:1
19th Century
Bishop
Nevertheless the dimness ... —It is obvious, even in the English version, that the chapters are wrongly divided, and that what fol…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 9:1
19th Century
Preacher
Read the fine translation of the Revised Version: But there shall be no gloom to her that was in anguish. What a marvelous light from the …
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 9:1
16th Century
Theologian
Yet the darkness shall not be. He begins to comfort the miserable with the hope of relief, so that they may not be overwhelmed by their im…
John Gill
On Isaiah 9:1
17th Century
Pastor
Nevertheless, the dimness [shall] not [be] such as [was] in
her vexation
The words …
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 9:1–7
17th Century
Minister
The Syrians and Assyrians first ravaged the countries mentioned here, and that region was first favored by the preaching of Christ. Those who lack …