Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - Isaiah 9:1-7
The Rise of The Great King Immanuel (Isaiah 9:2-7 ). The rise of Immanuel is described in terms of great light and rejoicing, and is connected with the defeat of the enemies of God’s people. As a result the child promised in Isaiah 7:14 will be born and will gain worldwide dominion. Analysis. a The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Those who dwelt in the land of the shadow of death, on them has the light shined (Isaiah 9:2). b You have multiplied the nation, You have... read more
G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 9:1-21
Here we have the message of hope (verses Isa 9:1-7 ) in the glorious picture of the Coming Deliverer, with the equally glorious record of the results of His Coming. It is one of the greatest Messianic passages in the Old Testament. This is followed immediately by a prophecy of judgment on Israel, which falls into four distinct parts, each ending with the words, "For all this His anger is not turned away, but His hand is stretched out still." For this reason we have included in our reading the... read more