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The second of John N. Oswalt’s two-part study of the book of Isaiah for the NICOT series, this commentary provides exegetical and theological exposition on the latter twenty-seven chapters of Isaiah for scholars, pastors, and students who seek to know the perennial meaning of the text in contemporary terms. Though Oswalt’s main introduction to Isaiah is found in his commentary on chapters 1–39,...

are coupled with the similarities of this passage to 11:1–9, which describes the Messiah, it seems likely that the Servant here is a messianic figure (cf. 16:5).13 This Servant will not function in his own strength. He is supported by God, and God finds the deepest satisfaction in him. The description of Jesus’ baptism was unquestionably intended to remind us of this passage (Matt. 3:13–17). Not only is God said to be well pleased with his Son, but also we are helped to understand why Jesus thought
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