E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 53:9
He made, &c. = one [or they] appointed, or assigned [His grave]; or, it [His grave] was appointed. made. Hebrew Nathan (to give) is rendered "appoint" in Exodus 30:16 . Numbers 35:6 . Joshua 20:7 . 2 Kings 8:6 , &c. Even where it is rendered "to make", it has the force of "appoint" (Genesis 9:12 .Numbers 14:4 , &c.) grave. Hebrew. keber . the wicked = the criminals (plural) These have a separate part assigned in all Jewish cemeteries. the rich = a rich [man] (singular) Compare... read more
Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Isaiah 53:1-12
The servant’s suffering and glory (52:13-53:12)Just as people were startled at the sight of the servant’s great sufferings, so will they be startled at the sight of his great glory. They will be struck dumb, as it were, as they witness a sight more glorious than they or anyone else could ever have imagined (13-15).Many people find it hard to believe that God will give his servant such power and magnificence, because when they look at the servant they see just an ordinary person of insignificant... read more