Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 44:26

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26. servant —in a collective sense, for the prophets in general, who foretold the return from Babylon; answering to "His messengers" ( plural, in the parallel clause) [MAURER]. Antitypically, and ultimately, Messiah, who is the consummating embodiment of all the prophets and messengers of God ( Malachi 3:1 ; Matthew 21:34 ; Matthew 21:36 ; Matthew 21:37 ; John 10:36 ); hence the singular, "His servant." counsel —predictions; prophets' counsels concern the future (compare "counsellor," Isaiah 41:28 ). Jerusalem —regarded prophetically, as lying in ruins. return to ' Top of Page ' <a name="verse-27" class="com-number"

Pericope (part_of)

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절 (explains)

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