Isaiah 55:1 - Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

Bible Comments

Ho, &c. This cry heard in Jerusalem to-day. All water has to be bought. Compare John 4:14; John 7:37-39.

every one that thirsteth. The invitation is only to these.

come. Figure of speech Repetitio, for emphasis.

waters: of life (Revelation 22:17).

wine: of gladness (Psalms 104:15).

milk: of nourishment (1 Peter 2:2).

Isaiah 55:1

1 Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price.