21. Challenge the worshippers of idols
(Isa 41:1).
take counsel together--as to the best arguments wherewith to defend
the cause of idolatry.
who . . . from that time--
(Isa 41:22, 23;
see on
Isa 44:8).
Which of the idols has done what God hath, namely, foretold, primarily
as to Cyrus; ultimately as to the final restoration of Israel
hereafter? The idolatry of Israel before Cyrus' time will have its
counterpart in the Antichrist and the apostasy, which shall precede
Christ's manifestation.
just . . . and . . . Saviour--righteous in keeping His promises,
and therefore a Saviour to His people. Not only is it not inconsistent
with, but it is the result of, His righteousness, or justice, that
He should save His redeemed
(Isa 42:6, 21;
Ps 85:10, 11;
Ro 3:26).
JFB.
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