Isaiah 28:29 - Exposition

This also (comp. Isaiah 28:26 ). This prudent dealing of the husbandman with his produce is the result of the wisdom implanted in him by God. The prophet goes no further, but leaves his disciples to draw the conclusion that God's own method of working will be similar. Wonderful in counsel (comp. Isaiah 9:6 ). Excellent in working ; rather, great in wisdom (comp. Job 6:13 : Job 12:16 ; Proverbs 2:7 ; Proverbs 3:21 ; Proverbs 8:14 ; Proverbs 18:1 ; Micah 6:9 ). Proverbs 8:14 is especially in point, since there the same two qualities are ascribed to God as in the present passage.