Jamieson, Fausset & Brown on Isaiah 43:24

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Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · 19th-century historical commentary
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bought--for "sweet cane" (aromatic calamus) was not indigenous to Palestine, but had to be bought from foreign countries (Jer 6:20). It was used among the Hebrews to make the sacred ointment (Exo 30:23). It is often offered as a mark of hospitality. filled--satiated (Jer 31:14). God deigns to use human language to adapt Himself to human modes of thought. made me to serve--though "I have not caused thee to serve" (Isa 43:23). Our sin made the Son of God to become "a servant." He served to save us from servile bondage (Phi 2:7; Heb 2:14-15). wearied me--Though I have "not wearied thee" (Isa 43:23; see Isa 1:14).

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