John Trapp Complete Commentary - Isaiah 61:2
Isa 61:2 To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all that mourn; Ver. 2. To proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord. ] The new and true jubilee, or year of releasement, called here in the Hebrew the year of good will, like as the elect are called the men of God’s good will. Luk 2:14 This year is now, 2Co 6:2 and the present now must be embraced and improved, since God is but a while with men in the opportunities of grace; which... read more
John Trapp Complete Commentary - Isaiah 61:1
Isa 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD [is] upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to [them that are] bound; Ver. 1. The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me. ] Christ had graciously promised to accomplish his people’s happiness in its due time. Isa 60:22 Here he showeth how and when he will do it - viz., by himself, anointed and appointed by his... read more