Post by Lee on May 23, 2014 1:46:28 GMT
Thus ends the section (chs. 7–12) that has been called “the book of Immanuel.” It begins with the spectacle of an idolatrous king (Ahaz) on David’s throne in Zion, and ends with the Holy One of Israel enthroned there in glory. It opens with an Ephraimite and Syrian confederacy to upset the “everlasting covenant,” and subvert the chosen dynasty; and ends, after the lapse of many centuries, with “the sure mercies of David” triumphantly revealed.
The Ministry of the Prophets: Isaiah p242–244
The Ministry of the Prophets: Isaiah p242–244