isaiah-31:3-4

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 31:4

Like as the lion , etc. The resemblance of this simile to Hem; 'Iliad,' 18.11. 161, 162, has been often noticed. In both, the lion has seized his prey, and is crouching over it; the shepherds gather themselves together against him, and seek to scare him away; but he remains firm, undaunted by their threats and cries, never for a moment relinquishing the body of which he has made himself the master. The image is best explained as representing Jehovah, standing over and keeping guard on... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 31:4

God unhindered by fears of man. We fear and tremble before boastful words and a great show of force, but we may well remember that God does not. He reckons it all at its true worth, and goes on with his Divine working quite unmoved by all the rage. The figure in this verse needs careful explanation. The allusion is to the boastings and threatenings of Sennacherib. God has undertaken to defend the city of Jerusalem. As the lion will not give up his prey, so Jehovah will not allow the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 31:4-6

Similes of the nature and power of Jehovah. I. THE LION . He is pictured watching over the holy city, the "peculiar treasure," the invisible Sanctuary of the religion and the people, as a lion over its prey, in the presence of threatening shepherds. "As from a carcase herdsmen strive in vain To scare a tawny lion, hunger-pinch'd; Ev'n so th' Ajaces, mail-clad warriors, faird The son of Priam from the corse to scare." ('Iliad,' 18.161.) It is a fine image—found twice in... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 31:4-9

A PROMISE OF PROTECTION , AND OF THE DISCOMFITURE OF ASSYRIA . In the promise of protection ( Isaiah 31:4 , Isaiah 31:5 ) there is nothing new but the imagery, which is of remarkable beauty. The promise is followed by a brief exhortation ( Isaiah 31:6 , Isaiah 31:7 ); and then the discomfiture of Assyria is declared in the plainest terms, and her flight before the avenging sword of God ( Isaiah 31:8 , Isaiah 31:9 ). read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 31:3

Now the Egyptians are men - They are nothing but people; they have no power but such as other people possess. The idea here is, that the case in reference to which they sought aid was one in which “divine” help was indispensable, and that, therefore, they relied on the aid of the Egyptians in vain.And their horses flesh, and not spirit - There is need, not merely of “physical” strength, but of wisdom, and intelligence, and it is in vain to look for that in mere brutes.Both he that helpeth -... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 31:4

For thus hath the Lord spoken - The design of this verse and the following is to assure the Jews of the certain protection of Yahweh, and thus to induce them to put their trust in him rather than to seek the alliance with Egypt. To do this the prophet makes use of two striking illustrations, the first of which is, that Yahweh would be no more alarmed at the number and power of their enemies than a fierce lion would be that was intent on his prey, and could not be frightened from it by any... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 31:1-3

Isaiah 31:1-3. Wo to them that go down to Egypt, &c. As the Jews did, contrary to God’s command, Deuteronomy 17:16. And stay on horses For Egypt had many and choice horses. But they look not unto the Lord Their confidence in the creature was accompanied with, and produced, a distrust of God, and a neglect of seeking to him by prayer for his help. Yet he also is wise, &c. You think you are wise, in engaging the Egyptians; but God is not inferior to them in wisdom or strength, but... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 31:4-5

Isaiah 31:4-5. For, or but or, nevertheless, thus hath the Lord spoken That is, although you have done evil in sending to Egypt for help, and they will not be able to help you, yet the Lord will of his own grace, and for the glory of his own name, give you that help and deliverance which you do not deserve, and had no reason to expect from him. Like as the lion roaring on his prey When he is ready to seize upon and devour it; he will not be afraid, nor abase himself So as to be in... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Isaiah 31:1-9

Egypt cannot save Judah (31:1-9)Isaiah again condemns the Judeans for relying on Egypt instead of on God. The Judeans think they are wise, but actually they are foolish. Real wisdom rests with God, and he knows best how to overthrow Assyria. As for Egypt, it will be defeated, and when it falls, Judah also will fall (31:1-3).Judah should learn to trust in God. A lion is not terrified by the shouts of shepherds, and God is not terrified by the threats of the Assyrians. He will protect Jerusalem... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 31:3

men, and not GOD. Figure of speech Pleonasm . The statement put two ways for great emphasis (positive and negative). men. Hebrew. 'ddam. App-14 . GOD. Hebrew El = the mighty God. App-4 . flesh, and not spirit. Figure of speech Pleonasm . See above. spirit. Hebrew. ruach. App-9 . read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 31:4

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 31:4

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 31:4-6

The Pulpit Commentary - Isaiah 31:4-9

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 31:3

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 31:4

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 31:1-3

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Isaiah 31:4-5

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Isaiah 31:1-9

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Isaiah 31:3

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