Isaiah 46:8-13
Summary for Isa 46:8-13: 46:8-13 a Many of the exiles would be completely discouraged and not believe the prediction of God’s rescue. God challenged this unbelief.46:10 b God knows the future before it even happens; he has comprehensive control over all events, and all his acts match his words (41:4 c, 26 d). He is the First and the Last (44:6 e; 48:12 f).
46:11 g The swift bird of prey from the east refers to Cyrus, the Persian king (see study note on 41:2).
46:12 h Formerly, Israel cared little for doing right (literally righteousness; see also 58:2 i; 59:9 j).
46:13 k The good news for Israel was that God was coming to set things right (literally I will bring my righteousness near; see 40:9 l; 51:5 m).
• show my glory to Israel: Unlike a craftsman who bestows material splendor on an idol (44:13 n), the Lord bestows true dignity on his people.
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