isaiah 52:7 commentary

A representation of a true minister of Christ. Some critics (a) tell us that the Hebrew word here used, signifying also flesh, showed that the incarnation or taking flesh should be generally good news to the whole world, even the best tidings. [11] Isaiah here reveals the answer, namely, that God rules in the kingdoms of men (Daniel 4:25). Let him see it in the manner which reveals and perpetuates kindness. Obedience to its precepts.—J. The reason that the vast majority of Adam's race are condemned to eventual destruction is due to the fact that God has given men the freedom of choice; and as Jesus said, "Broad is the way that leadeth to destruction, and many are they that enter in thereby" (Matthew 7:13). Practical remarks: 1. By the word “peace” he denotes a prosperous and happy condition, as we have already in other passages explained fully the signification of this term. It is his feet, his running, his haste, that attracts attention; an indication that he bears a message of joy, and that the nation is about to be restored. How beautiful!] The sense is here, that the coming of a messenger bringing good news is universally agreeable to people. But it may be thought that Paul tortures the Prophet’s words; for Isaiah does not say that God sends ministers, but that their approach and presence is desirable. But they certainly relate also to the deliverance announced to us under the Gospel-dispensation; for it is in this view that they are quoted by the Apostle Paul [Note: Romans 10:15.]. II. Statham . 185. Quam amaeni, i.e., amabiles! Some have supposed (see Campbell on the Gospels, Diss. Justly, therefore, does he conclude that it proceeds from God, and not from man. (C. Caulfield, M.A.). “I presented to the best of my ability the most interesting subject in the world.” “But,” said the man, “they have heard that before; they wanted something new from a man who has just come from the antipodes.” “Then,” said the great man, kindling, “I am glad to have it to say that a man from the antipodes had nothing better to tell them than the wondrous story of the dying love of Christ.” (The Wellspring. The ministry of the Gospel should be regarded with suitable respect and honour. (7) How beautiful . Beautiful Messengers . iv., No. The prophet sees in spirit, how the tidings of the redemption, to which the fall of Babylon, which is equivalent to the dismission of the prisoners, gives the finishing stroke, are carried over the mountains of Judah to Jerusalem. 1. In their first sense these words form a part of that great series of encouragement and consolation in which the prophet promises to Israel redemption from captivity and return from exile, and assures the chosen people of God that, though for a time deserted and forsaken, they shall yet be restored to the land given to their fathers, and the worship of God once more established on the heights of Mount Zion. The messenger"s feet were beautiful because they carried him and his message of peace, happiness, and salvation (cf. The gospel is a doctrine of peace, [Ephesians 2:17] whose author is the "God of peace," [1 Corinthians 14:33] whose ministers are "messengers of peace," [Romans 10:15] whose followers are the "children of peace." Isaiah 40:9; Isaiah 41:27; Nahum 1:15). (F. Delitzsch, D. D.). Their feet look as if they had wings, because they are the messengers of good tidings of joy. “How lovely upon the mountains are the feet of them that bring good tidings, that publish peace, that bring tidings of good, that publish salvation, that say unto Zion, Thy God reigneth royally!” The words are addressed to Jerusalem, consequently the mountains are those of the Holy Land, and especially those to the north of Jerusalem: m e bhassēr is collective (as in the primary passage, Nahum 2:1; cf., Isaiah 41:27; Psalms 68:12), “whoever brings the glad tidings to Jerusalem.” The exclamation “how lovely” does not refer to the lovely sound of their footsteps, but to the lovely appearance presented by their feet, which spring over the mountains with all the swiftness of gazelles (Song of Solomon 2:17; Song of Solomon 8:14). II. [That it is so treated, needs no proof: but how amazing that it should ever be slighted by those to whom it is sent! Isaiah Institute 7 — God’s Servant in the Prophecy of Isaiah — Avraham Gileadi. How beautiful! The publication of this Gospel is to be free and extensive. How beautiful upon the mountains, etc.! If there is narrow-mindedness in relation to the minister's means of obtaining books, and unholding his influence in the locality where his lot is cast, the church suffers. Therefore he adds, lastly, that there will be none to preach till he be sent by God.” (Romans 10:15.). Seen on the distant hills, running rapidly, he is a beautiful object. It is true that the feet of those who had traveled far in dry and dusty roads would present a spectacle offensive to the beholder; and it is true also, as Dr. Campbell suggests, that the consideration that they who were coming were messengers of peace and safety would convert deformity into beauty, and make us behold with delight this indication of their embassy. How beautiful - The watchmen discover afar off, on the mountains, the messenger bringing the expected and much-wished-for news of the deliverance from the Babylonish captivity. Fully, and antitypically, the Gospel (Luke 2:10, Luke 2:11), “beginning at Jerusalem” (Luke 24:47), “the city of the great King” (Matthew 5:35), where Messiah shall, at the final restoration of Israel, “reign” as peculiarly Zion‘s God (“Thy God reigneth”; compare Psalm 2:6). ], 2. The long anticipated herald announcing that these ruins are to rise, at length appears. Isaiah 52, Adam Clarke Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, ... She expresses, in beautiful terms, her joy at the news, repeating with peculiar elegance the words of the crier, Isaiah 52:7. Is it our boast, and joy, and Song of Solomon 3. The rapturous intelligence, that Jehovah was returning to … 4. The means which it employs. THE CHRISTIAN MINISTRY IS BOUND TO WIN. THE MODE WHICH GOD HAS BEEN PLEASED TO APPOINT FOR MAKING THE JOYFUL SOUND KNOWN TO MAN. To whom, then, is the word of this salvation sent? Isaiah 52:7 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth! From men? They are to go forth prominently; to ascend the mountain tops, and there, before God, and angels, and men, they are to preach the unsearchable riches of Christ. It is true that the feet of those who had traveled far in dry and dusty roads would present a spectacle offensive to the beholder; and it is true also, as Dr. Campbell suggests, that the consideration that they who were coming were messengers of peace and safety would convert deformity into beauty, and make us behold with delight this indication of their embassy. The ministry of the Gospel is a great and important office. Those Canaanites, the Bible tells us, were left to try the children of Israel, and to teach them war (Judges 3:1-2); and it is perhaps for a like reason that sin is still left on earth, in order that we may be put to the test to prove whether we choose to obey God or no, and that we may be trained to our duties as Christ's soldiers by a course of hard service against God's enemies. I. Co-operation. When the LORD returns to Zion, they will see it with their own eyes. that bringeth good tidings of good; or, "that bringeth good tidings" (l); for the original does not require such a tautology; it means the same good tidings as before, and which follow after: that publisheth salvation; by Jesus Christ, as wrought out by him for sinners, which is full, complete, and suitable for them, and to be had of him freely; and what better tidings than this? Fully, and antitypically, the Gospel (Lu 2:10, 11), "beginning at Jerusalem" (Lu 24:47), "the city of the great King" (Mt 5:35), where Messiah shall, at the final restoration of Israel, "reign" as peculiarly Zion's God ("Thy God reigneth"; compare Ps 2:6). The gospel of the swift-footed messengers, therefore, is the gospel of the kingdom of God that is at hand; and the application which the apostle makes of this passage of Isaiah in Romans 10:15, is justified by the fact that the prophet saw the final and universal redemption as though in combination with the close of the captivity. So it is with the preacher, and more so. For ye shall not go out with haste.] 2. The church should be a centre from which every one is working. With whom has God this controversy? Yalkut Simeoni in Psal. 3. The Targum is. 2. Salvation. O Zion— O my church. Your watchmen lift up their voices, Together they shout for joy; For they will see face to face The return of the LORD to Zion. xxix. The Prophet again confirms believers as to the certainty of the word of God, that they may be fully persuaded that they shall be restored to their former liberty, and may comfort their hearts by assured hope during that hard bondage. Man united with the fallen apostate spirits in rebellion against God, &c. 3. Not only is God at peace with the sinner, but He waits to bless him with all good. IV. As mentioned in yesterday’s commentary, Second Isaiah is prophesizing the return to Jerusalem out of the Babylonian exile. Isaiah 52:7-10 Commentary by Dirk G. Lange The text from Second Isaiah follows closely on Christmas Eve’s reading from First Isaiah though historically they are situated far apart. 2622, 2623). 3. Isaiah 52:12 For ye shall not go out with haste, nor go by flight: for the LORD will go before you; and the God of Israel [will be] your rereward.. Ver. I. Figuratively, this verse applies to a glorious religious prospect in any period. 5. 2. The influences of the Spirit to illume, convince, guide, solace, meeten for heaven. They immediately spread the joyful tidings, Isaiah 52:8, and with a loud voice proclaim that Jehovah is returning to Zion, to resume his residence on his holy mountain, which for some time he seemed to have deserted. How much more must a sinner rejoice at his deliverance from death and hell, and his restoration to the forfeited inheritance of heaven! "Jehovah hath laid bare his holy arm ..." (Isaiah 52:10). Then you will in your turn proclaim the gospel to others, if not in words, by the influence of your lives (H. E. I. Fully and antitypically, the Gospel (Luke 2:10-11), "beginning at Jerusalem," (Luke 24:47), "the city of the great King" (Matthew 5:35), where Messiah shall, at the final restoration of Israel, 'reign' as peculiarly Zion's God ("Thy God reigneth:" cf.

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