Hearken unto me, my people; and give ear unto me, O my nation: for a law shall proceed from me, and I will make my judgment to rest for a light of the people.
Ver. 4. Hearken unto me.] See on Isaiah 51:2 .
For a law shall proceed from me,] i.e., The gospel of grace, that "perfect law of liberty," "the law of the spirit of life." Rom 8:2
And I will make my judgment to rest.] I will firmly and irrevocably establish the government of my word and Spirit in the Church for a secure guide to bring it to eternal life. Some a render it thus, "My judgment," i.e., my gospel, shall be for a light of the people, whereby I will give rest. So that here is a double effect of the gospel, viz., saving light, and peace of conscience.
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