Verse 8
8. Swallow up death Death, here, comprehends the various ills of this life, or sin and its consequences. These become, under gospel influences, of the smallest account in comparison with the glory that is, and is to be, revealed.
In victory This means glory, brightness, and the like, in the original; and it is to be eternal, as most versions render the word a brightness that never ends.
Will wipe away tears Exegetical of the phrase preceding. (Note the comment thereon.)
Rebuke of his people Not rebuke deserved, but reproach undeserved, which the world casts on God’s people. In the fulness of gospel times the tables shall be turned. To the saints of the Most High all that can possibly be contained in the idea of death shall be utterly done away.
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