_Wo to them that go down to Egypt_, &c. As the Jews did, contrary to God's command, Deuteronomy 17:16. _And stay on horses_ For Egypt had many and choice horses. _But they look not unto the Lord_ Their confidence in the creature was accompanied with, and produced, a distrust of God, and a neglect of... [ Continue Reading ]
_For_, or _but_ or, _nevertheless, thus hath the Lord spoken_ That is, although you have done evil in sending to Egypt for help, and they will not be able to help you, yet the Lord will of his own grace, and for the glory of his own name, give you that help and deliverance which you do not deserve,... [ Continue Reading ]
_Turn ye unto him_, &c. Let the consideration of this gracious promise engage you to repent of all your sins, and among the rest, of your carnal policies in seeking and trusting to Egypt for help, and sincerely to return to God. _From whom the children of Israel_ From whom not only the Israelites, s... [ Continue Reading ]
_Then shall the Assyrian_, &c. When you have cast away your idols, and seriously sought unto God for help; both which things were performed by Hezekiah; _fall by the sword, not of a mighty man_, &c. Not of any man, mean or mighty, but of an angel. _But he shall flee from the sword_ From, or for fear... [ Continue Reading ]