Isaiah 41:7

"Everyone helps his neighbor. They say to their brothers, “Be strong!”"

Key Reflection

In the context of Isaiah 41:7, the Israelites faced numerous challenges and adversities from foreign nations. This verse encourages them to support one another, particularly in times of distress. The phrase "Be strong!" was a common encouragement for fellow Israelites to persevere and stand firm against their enemies, emphasizing communal resilience and mutual strength amidst trials.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

So the carpenter -(See the note atIsaiah 40:19). Encouraged the goldsmith -Margin, ‘The founder’ (see the note atIsaiah 40:19). The word properly means one who melts or smelts metals of any kind; and may be applied either to one who works in gold, silver, or brass. The image here is that of haste, anxiety, solicitude. One workman in the manufacture of idols encouraged another, in order that the idols might be finished as soon as possible, and that thus the favor of the gods might be propitiated, and the impending danger averted. He that smootheth with the hammer -That is, he encourages or strengthens him that smites on the anvil.

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