Isaiah 42:6 - Wesley's Explanatory Notes

Bible Comments

Called thee — To declare my righteousness, or faithfulness. With — hold — Will give thee counsel and strength for the work. Give thee — To be the mediator in whom my covenant of grace is confirmed with mankind. The people — Of all people, not only of Jews but Gentiles. A light — To enlighten them with true and saving knowledge.

Isaiah 42:6

6 I the LORD have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles;