ISAIAH—NOTE ON Isaiah 11:2 the Spirit of the LORD. Like David (1 Samuel 16:13), the Messiah is empowered by the Holy Spirit. He is also given wisdom and understanding for leadership (Deuteronomy 1:13; 1 Kings 3:9; see Isaiah 10:13); counsel and might to carry out his wise plans (Isaiah 36:5; see Job 12:13; note the connection to Isaiah 9:6, “counselor” and “mighty”); knowledge and the fear of the LORD for holiness (Proverbs 2:1). For Jesus’ fulfillment of this prophetic word, see Matthew 3:16.

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