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Friday, December 20th, 2024
the Third Week of Advent
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Bible Commentaries
Isaiah 7

Scofield's Reference NotesScofield's Notes

Verse 2

Ephraim

In the prophetic books "Ephraim" and "Israel" are the collective names of the ten tribes who, under Jeroboam, established the northern kingdom, subsequently called Samaria 1 Kings 16:24 and were (B.C. 722) sent into an exile which still continues. 2 Kings 17:1-6.

They are distinguished as "the outcasts of Israel" from "the dispersed of Judah." Isaiah 11:12. "Hidden" in the world Matthew 13:44 they, with Judah, are yet to be restored to Palestine and made one nation again. ; Jeremiah 23:5-8; Ezekiel 37:11-24.

Verse 3

Shearjashub

Meaning, a remnant shall return. Isaiah 8:3.

Verse 13

Hear ye now

The prophecy is not addressed to the faithless Ahaz, but to the whole "house of David." The objection that such a far-off event as the birth of Christ could be no "sign" to Ahaz, is, therefore, puerile. It was a continuing prophecy addressed to the Davidic family, and accounts at once for the instant assent of Mary. Luke 1:38.

Verse 15

Butter and honey

Indicating the plainness and simplicity of the life in which the young Immanuel should be brought up.

Bibliographical Information
Scofield, C. I. "Scofield Reference Notes on Isaiah 7". "Scofield Reference Notes (1917 Edition)". https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/srn/isaiah-7.html. 1917.
 
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