Isaiah 12:2-4 NIV

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 12:4-6

Exultation and activity. There is a jubilant strain throughout these verses; not, however, without a sense of some sacred duty to be performed. We learn— I. THAT THE CHURCH OF CHRIST MAY WELL SPEAK IN THE ACCENTS OF EXULTATION . The terms of the prophecy do not seem to be satisfied with anything less than Messianic blessings; they fit perfectly the estate to which Christ has called us; they belong to that "kingdom of heaven" of which the Son of man had so much... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 12:2

Behold, God is my salvation - Or, God is the author, or source, of my salvation. It has not been brought about by any human hands, but is to be traced directly to him. The value of a gift is always enhanced by the dignity and excellency of the giver, and it confers an inestimable value on the blessings of salvation, that they are conferred by a being no less than the infinite God. It is not by human or angelic power; but it is to be traced directly and entirely to Yahweh.I will trust, and not... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 12:3

Therefore - In view of all his mercies, the Hebrew is, however; simply, ‘” and” ye shall draw.’ It has already been intimated that the Jews applied this passage to the Holy Spirit: and that probably on this they based their custom of drawing water from the fountain of Siloam at the feast of the dedication (note, John 7:37). The fountain of Siloam was in the eastern part of the city, and the water was borne from that fountain in a golden cup, and was poured, with every expression of rejoicing,... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 12:4

And in that day - (see Isaiah 12:1).Call upon his name - Margin, ‘Proclaim.’ It denotes to call upon him in the way of celebrating his praise. The whole hymn is one of praise, and not of prayer.Declare among the people - Among all people, that they may be brought to see his glory, and join in the celebration of his praise.His doings - Particularly in regard to the great events which are the subject of the previous predictions - his interposition in saving people by the Messiah from eternal... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 12:1-2

Isaiah 12:1-2. And, &c. “Isaiah concludes this most noble prophecy with a doxology from the mouth of those who should share in the blessings of the great redemption before specified. This doxology is two-fold: in the first part, the redeemed, in their own names and persons, praise God for the benefits of salvation and consolation through Christ, conferred upon them. In the second part they mutually exhort and encourage themselves and others, to praise and celebrate their God and... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 12:3

Isaiah 12:3. Therefore Because the Lord Jehovah is your strength and song, and is, and will be, your salvation; with joy shall ye draw water, &c. The assurances God has given you of his love, and the experience you have had of the benefit and comfort of his grace, should greatly encourage your faith in him, and your expectations from him. Out of the wells of salvation Your thirsty and fainting souls shall be filled with divine graces and comforts; which you shall plentifully draw... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 12:4-6

Isaiah 12:4-6. In that day ye shall say, &c. Here we have the second part of the evangelical song, the subject of which, as of the former, is the praise of God. In the former part, believers stir up themselves to praise God; here they invite and encourage one another to do it, and are represented as contriving to spread his praise, and to draw in others to join with them in it. Praise the Lord, call upon his name As giving thanks for former mercies is a modest way of begging for... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Isaiah 12:1-6

The Messiah’s kingdom (11:1-12:6)A leading theme of this part of the book is that God preserves a remnant out of the destruction of Israel and Judah. Earlier this remnant was likened to the stump of a tree from which springs new life (see 6:13). The remnant is now identified with the royal line of David (son of Jesse) from which comes the Messiah (11:1). The Messiah reverences God and, having the Spirit of God in unlimited measure, knows how to apply God’s wisdom in ruling God’s people. He is... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 12:2

GOD. Hebrew El. App-4 . trust = confide in. Hebrew. batah. App-69 . THE LORD. Hebrew Jah. App-4 . JEHOVAH. One of the four passages where Jehovah is transliterated instead of being translated (Exodus 6:3 .Psalms 83:18 , and Isaiah 26:4 ). Also one of several words where different type is used. See App-48 . my strength and my song. Reference to Pentateuch (Exodus 15:2 ). read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 12:3

salvation. Reference to Pentateuch (Genesis 49:18 . Exodus 14:13 ; Exodus 15:2 .Deuteronomy 32:15; Deuteronomy 32:15 ). App-92 . read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 12:4-6

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 12:2

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 12:3

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 12:4

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 12:1-2

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 12:3

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 12:4-6

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Isaiah 12:1-6

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 12:2

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 12:3

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