Isaiah 2:11
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Be humbled - "שפל ושח shaphel veshach, read שפלו שח shaphelu shach." - Dr. Durell. Which rectifies the grammatical construction. No MS. or version confirms this reading.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
lofty looks--literally, "eyes of pride" (Psa 18:27). humbled--by calamities. God will so vindicate His honor "in that day" of judgments, that none else "shall be exalted" (Zac 14:9).
John Gill Bible Commentary
The lofty looks of man shall be humbled,.... Particularly of the man of sin, the son of perdition, who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, assuming that to himself which belongs to God; looking down with contempt upon, and behaving haughtily and insolently to all below him; blaspheming the name of God, his tabernacle, and them that dwell in heaven; he shall be humbled, consumed, and destroyed with the breath of Christ's mouth, and the brightness of his coming, Th2 2:4. and the haughtiness of man shall be bowed down; of the followers of antichrist, who have boasted of their wisdom and knowledge, of their number, power, greatness, and authority, of their wealth and riches, and of their merits and works of supererogation; their pride will now be stained, and all their glory laid in the dust: and the Lord alone shall be exalted in that day: in his divine Person, and in all his offices, and especially in his kingly office; he shall be King over all the earth, the kingdoms of this world will become his, he shall be the one Lord, and his name one, Zac 14:9 this will be in the spiritual reign of Christ, in the latter day, or last day of the Gospel dispensation, when the church will be exalted, as in Isa 2:2 and in the personal reign of Christ it will still more appear, that he, and he alone, will be exalted by and among his people, among whom his tabernacle will be, for then he will have no rivals; not only all rule, power, and authority among men, will be put down, and the beast and false prophet will have been cast alive into the lake of fire; but Satan, the god of this world, will be taken and bound, and cast into the bottomless pit, and so remain during the time of Christ's thousand years' reign with his saints on earth: this passage is referred by the Jews (u) to the end of the six thousand years the world according to them shall stand. (u) T. Bab. Roshhashana, fol. 31. 1. & Sanhedrin, fol. 92. 2. & 97. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
2:11-12 A key theme in Isaiah is that the Lord will be exalted and humble people will be restored (57:15), while proud and mighty people are humbled (26:5). • The day of judgment and the “day of reckoning” are also called the “day of the Lord.” There are seven such references in chs 2–4 (2:11, 17, 20; 3:6, 18; 4:1, 2).
Isaiah 2:11
The Day of Reckoning
10Go into the rocks and hide in the dust from the terror of the LORD and the splendor of His majesty. 11The proud look of man will be humbled, and the loftiness of men brought low; the LORD alone will be exalted in that day.
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Above All Things
By Alistair Begg1.6K34:34PSA 138:2PRO 16:18ISA 2:11MAT 6:33PHP 2:3JAS 4:61PE 5:6In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of exalting God's name and word above all else. The verse "You have exalted above all things your name and your word" serves as an antidote to pride and self-promotion. It reminds us that our understanding of God's disclosure and the benefits we receive from Him begin with Him. Additionally, the verse provides an illustration of evangelistic worship, emphasizing the need for heartfelt praise and the power of singing in reviving the people of God throughout history.
Mid South Conference 1978-03 Fellowship in the Gospel
By Aldy Fam Fanous1.2K33:12GospelISA 2:11ISA 4:2ISA 11:10ISA 28:16JHN 10:28ROM 12:1PHP 1:6The sermon transcript begins with a call to believers to present their bodies as a living sacrifice to God and to be transformed by the renewing of their minds. The speaker emphasizes the importance of looking to Jesus Christ daily and living in fellowship with Him. The sermon then takes a sudden shift as the speaker recalls his experience in New York City and the sense of urgency he felt. The sermon concludes with an announcement about a film called "Kisses Sunday" that explores the concept of the tribulation and the events that will occur after the war. The speaker mentions a verse from the Bible that is vividly portrayed in the film.
Isaiah 2v11
By John Marshall5071:12:25Christian LifeISA 2:11ISA 2:17LUK 15:1In this sermon, the preacher begins by emphasizing the greatness of God and how incomprehensible His nature is to humans. He highlights that the world does not acknowledge or understand God's greatness. The preacher then addresses the audience, stating that this evangelistic meeting is about God and His invitation to reason together. He emphasizes that despite our insignificance as mere dust, God cares about each individual and extends His kindness and mercy to even the vilest of people. The preacher concludes by contrasting the response of a horse to kindness with the ingratitude of sinners towards God, despite His continuous provision and care for them.
The Path That Pride Leads To
By David Wilkerson0PrideHumility1SA 9:251SA 10:8PSA 10:4PRO 11:2PRO 16:18ISA 2:11LUK 14:11JAS 4:61JN 2:16REV 3:10David Wilkerson emphasizes the destructive nature of pride, which is at the forefront of what God detests. He illustrates how pride leads to impatience and disobedience, using King Saul's failure to wait for God's direction as a cautionary example. Wilkerson contrasts pride with humility, defining true humility as complete dependence on God and His timing. He reassures believers of God's promise to protect those who remain faithful and patient in their trials. The sermon calls for self-examination to recognize and combat the pride that can hinder spiritual growth.
A Tumor and Swelling in the Mind
By Thomas Brooks0PrideHumilityISA 2:11ISA 23:9Thomas Brooks emphasizes the destructive nature of pride, describing it as the root of many vices and a significant danger to the soul. He illustrates pride as a 'gilded misery' and a 'hidden plague' that leads to deceit, hypocrisy, and spiritual downfall. Brooks warns that spiritual pride, in particular, is a severe offense against God, leading to a false sense of superiority and the despising of others. He cites biblical examples of pride leading to destruction, reminding listeners that the Lord will ultimately humble the proud. The sermon calls for self-examination and humility before God to avoid the pitfalls of pride.
This Monster, Pride—this Hellish Sin
By Anne Dutton0PSA 10:4PRO 8:13PRO 11:2PRO 16:18ISA 2:11ROM 12:31CO 1:31PHP 2:3JAS 4:61PE 5:5Anne Dutton preaches about the sin of pride, highlighting its roots in unbelief and its opposition to the gospel of Christ. She emphasizes how pride robs God of His glory and believers of their joy, and how it hinders divine service and brings about God's chastisements. Dutton urges believers to humble themselves, seek forgiveness, and strive to eradicate pride with the help of God's grace, looking forward to the day when they will be free from this sin in the glory of eternity.
Before Destruction the Heart of Man Is Haughty
By C.H. Spurgeon0PrideHumility2SA 24:10PSA 10:4PRO 16:18PRO 18:12ISA 2:11JER 9:23DAN 4:33LUK 14:11JAS 4:61PE 5:5C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the dangers of pride and haughtiness, warning that a proud heart often precedes destruction. He illustrates this with biblical examples, such as King David and Nebuchadnezzar, showing that pride leads to downfall and humiliation. Spurgeon cautions Christians against self-conceit and the illusion of spiritual richness, reminding them that true humility is essential to avoid God's discipline. He concludes by urging believers to find their glory in the Lord rather than in their own achievements, as pride can lead to the loss of joy and comfort.
Some Queries Concerning the Work of God in the World
By Isaac Penington0PSA 2:10ISA 2:11LUK 18:8HEB 12:26REV 11:15REV 14:6REV 18:4Isaac Penington preaches about the queries concerning the work of God in the world, focusing on the kingdoms of the earth becoming the kingdoms of the Lord, the expected events in the latter ages, and the need for nations to submit to God's laws and righteousness. He questions whether the current generation is ready for the Son of man's rule and emphasizes the importance of seeking righteousness and meekness. Penington warns England about the consequences of opposing God's work and advises the powers and people of the nation to align with God's truth and righteousness to avoid His judgment.
Humility and Sin
By Andrew Murray0GraceHumilityISA 2:11MAT 5:3ROM 7:18ROM 8:21CO 15:92CO 1:12EPH 3:81TH 2:101TI 1:15JAS 4:10Andrew Murray emphasizes that true humility is rooted not in a constant focus on sin, but in the recognition of God's grace and the displacement of self by God. He illustrates this through the life of the Apostle Paul, who, despite his past as a sinner, found his identity in being a ransomed sinner saved by grace. Murray argues that humility is the essence of holiness and is cultivated through a deep awareness of God's love and grace rather than through self-condemnation. He concludes that it is the revelation of God's grace that fosters a genuine humility, allowing believers to live in the light of God's redeeming love.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Be humbled - "שפל ושח shaphel veshach, read שפלו שח shaphelu shach." - Dr. Durell. Which rectifies the grammatical construction. No MS. or version confirms this reading.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
lofty looks--literally, "eyes of pride" (Psa 18:27). humbled--by calamities. God will so vindicate His honor "in that day" of judgments, that none else "shall be exalted" (Zac 14:9).
John Gill Bible Commentary
The lofty looks of man shall be humbled,.... Particularly of the man of sin, the son of perdition, who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, assuming that to himself which belongs to God; looking down with contempt upon, and behaving haughtily and insolently to all below him; blaspheming the name of God, his tabernacle, and them that dwell in heaven; he shall be humbled, consumed, and destroyed with the breath of Christ's mouth, and the brightness of his coming, Th2 2:4. and the haughtiness of man shall be bowed down; of the followers of antichrist, who have boasted of their wisdom and knowledge, of their number, power, greatness, and authority, of their wealth and riches, and of their merits and works of supererogation; their pride will now be stained, and all their glory laid in the dust: and the Lord alone shall be exalted in that day: in his divine Person, and in all his offices, and especially in his kingly office; he shall be King over all the earth, the kingdoms of this world will become his, he shall be the one Lord, and his name one, Zac 14:9 this will be in the spiritual reign of Christ, in the latter day, or last day of the Gospel dispensation, when the church will be exalted, as in Isa 2:2 and in the personal reign of Christ it will still more appear, that he, and he alone, will be exalted by and among his people, among whom his tabernacle will be, for then he will have no rivals; not only all rule, power, and authority among men, will be put down, and the beast and false prophet will have been cast alive into the lake of fire; but Satan, the god of this world, will be taken and bound, and cast into the bottomless pit, and so remain during the time of Christ's thousand years' reign with his saints on earth: this passage is referred by the Jews (u) to the end of the six thousand years the world according to them shall stand. (u) T. Bab. Roshhashana, fol. 31. 1. & Sanhedrin, fol. 92. 2. & 97. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
2:11-12 A key theme in Isaiah is that the Lord will be exalted and humble people will be restored (57:15), while proud and mighty people are humbled (26:5). • The day of judgment and the “day of reckoning” are also called the “day of the Lord.” There are seven such references in chs 2–4 (2:11, 17, 20; 3:6, 18; 4:1, 2).