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The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 3:2

The mighty man, and the man of war ; or, hero and warrior . The first rank is given to those distinguished in war, as being held in the highest esteem, and perhaps as actually, under the coming circumstances, the men of most importance to the country. It is thus implied, as later ( Isaiah 3:25 , Isaiah 3:26 ) it is expressly taught, that the impending visitation will be a terrible invasion. The judge, and the prophet ; literally, judge and prophet . The judge holds his place as... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 3:3

The captain of fifty . "Captains of fifties" were scarcely at this period "civil officers" (Cheyne). They represent simply the lowest grade of officers in the army ( 2 Kings 1:9 , 2 Kings 1:11 , 2 Kings 1:13 ). Honorable . The same expression is used again in Isaiah 9:15 . It occurs also in 2 Kings 5:1-27 . I and Job 22:8 . The cunning artificer . "All the craftsmen and smiths" in Jerusalem were carried away by Nebuchadnezzar in the captivity of Jehoiachin ( 2 Kings 24:14 ;... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 3:1

For - This is a continuation of the previous chapter. The same prophecy is continued, and the force of the argument of the prophet will not be seen unless the chapters are read together; see the Analysis prefixed to Isaiah 2:0. In the close of the second chapter Isaiah 2:22, the prophet had cautioned his countrymen against confiding in man. In this chapter, a reason is given here why they should cease to do it - to wit, that God would soon take away their kings and princes.The Lord - האדון... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 3:2

The mighty man - The hero, The idea expressed is not simply that of personal strength and prowess, but the higher one of military eminence or heroism. “Prof. Alexander.” This was fully accomplished in the time of Nebuchadnezzar; 2 Kings 24:14.And the prudent - This word in the original - קסם qosēm - means properly “a diviner,” or a “soothsayer.” But it is sometimes used in a good sense; see Proverbs 16:10, “margin.” The Chaldee understands it of a man “who is consulted,” or whose opinion is... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 3:3

The captain of fifty - By this was probably denoted an officer in the army. The idea is, that the commanders of the various divisions of the army should be taken away.The honourable man - Hebrew פנים נשׂוּא nes'û' pânı̂ym. “The man of elevated countenance.” That is, the man high in office. He was so called from the aspect of dignity which a man in office would assume. In the previous chapter, the phrase is used to denote rather the “pride” which attended such officers, than the dignity of the... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 3:1

Isaiah 3:1. For, &c. The prophet, having in the preceding chapter declared, in general terms, the terror of the day of the Lord, now descends to a more particular explication, and special confirmation of what he had advanced concerning it. Behold Look upon what follows to be as certain as if it were already accomplished; the Lord doth take away, &c., the stay and the staff All their supports, of what kind soever; all the things they trust to, and look for help and relief from; ... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 3:2-3

Isaiah 3:2-3. The mighty man, &c. Strong and valiant men. The judge The civil magistrates; and the prophet Either strictly so called, the want of whom is matter of grief, (Psalms 74:9,) or more largely taken, so as to include all skilful and faithful teachers; and the prudent Whose wisdom and conduct were necessary to preserve them from ruin; and the ancient Whose wisdom was increased by long experience. This likewise relates to the same times, particularly to Jehoiachin’s... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Isaiah 3:1-26

Ungodly society (3:1-4:1)Isaiah now gives a picture of the end of a society characterized by human self-sufficiency and self-centredness. The government collapses, resulting in a shortage of basic necessities such as food and water. Judah had previously depended for leadership on a variety of people, good and bad - statesmen, soldiers, judges, prophets, magicians - but now no one can be found to lead the country (3:1-3). Power falls into the hands of immature youths, and lawlessness results.... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 3:1

behold. Figure of speech Asterismos , for emphasis. the the LORD of hosts. See note on 1 Samuel 1:3 . stay. staff. Note the Figure of speech Paronomasia . Hebrew. mash'en (masculine); mish'an (feminine) bread. water. Put by Figure of speech Synecdoche (of Species), for all kinds of food. read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 3:2

prudent = diviner: i.e. the king. Compare Proverbs 16:10 . ancient = elder. read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 3:2

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 3:3

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 3:1

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 3:2

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 3:3

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 3:1

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 3:2-3

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Isaiah 3:1-26

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 3:1

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 3:2

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