Isaiah 46:3

"They stoop and they bow down together. They could not deliver the burden, but they have gone into captivity."

Key Reflection

In Isaiah 46:3, the passage portrays the gods of Babylon as powerless and humiliated, stooping and bowing under their own weight and inability to protect their worshippers or themselves, ultimately leading them into captivity. This highlights the futility of idolatry and underscores the sovereignty and might of the true God.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Hearken unto me -From this view of the captive gods, the address is now turned to the Jews. The utter vanity of the idols had been set before them; and in view of that, God now addresses his own people, and entreats them to put their trust in him. The address he commences with words of great tenderness and endearment, designed to lead them to confide in him as their Father and friend. And all the remnant -All who were left from slaughter, and all who were borne into captivity to Babylon. The language here is all full of tenderness, and is suited to inspire them with confidence in God.

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