Isaiah 40:2
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Isaiah 40:2 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Isaiah 40:2 is a verse from the book of Isaiah in the Old Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Isaiah 40:2 — NIV
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Cross-References for Isaiah 40:2
“to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn,”
Shares theme of comfort and proclamation of God's message.
“Burst into songs of joy together, you ruins of Jerusalem, for the Lord has comforted his people, he has redeemed Jerusalem.”
Shares the theme of comforting Jerusalem.
“"Therefore I am now going to allure her; I will lead her into the wilderness and speak tenderly to her.”
Shares the theme of speaking tenderly and comforting God's people.
“This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: “A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”
Allusion to preparing the way, contextually linked to Isaiah's message.
“a voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”
Echoes the preparation theme related to John the Baptist's role.
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