Isaiah 44:14

The v. describes the choosing of the wood, and the planting of the tree, for making an idol. Cypress.. ash] RV 'holm tree.. fir.' Strengthened] i.e. carefully tends its growth, or chooses, selects.

15-17. The uses to which the tree is put. Part is used for human purposes, part to make a god.

18-20. Idolaters are so infatuated that they do not see the contradiction involved in such conduct.

21-23. A contrast. Jehovah will show His power and graciousness in the deliverance of His people.