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Commentary on Isaiah

by John Calvin

A comprehensive verse-by-verse exposition of the entire prophecy of Isaiah, offering rich theological insight into God's judgment, mercy, and redemptive purposes. Calvin brings his characteristic clarity and pastoral warmth to unpack Isaiah's visions of Christ's coming, the restoration of God's people, and the call to faithfulness amid national apostasy. This landmark work blends careful exegesis with practical application, making the prophet's ancient message accessible and spiritually powerful for every generation of readers.
Chapters
66
Word count
650,630
Type
Commentary
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Table of contents

  1. 01 To the High and Mighty Prince, Henry, Prince of Great Britain, Son and Heir Apparent to Our Sovereign Lord, James King of Great Britain; and to the Most Noble and Virtuous Princess, the Lady Elizabeth's Grace, His Highness's Most Dear Sister 1,092 words
  2. 02 To the Most High and Renowned Princess, Elizabeth, Queen of England — A Most Gracious Defender of the True Christian Faith 1,025 words
  3. 03 The French Translator to the Reader 354 words
  4. 04 A Preface to the Prophecy of Isaiah 2,255 words
  5. 05 An Epigram upon the Translation of Master Calvin's Commentary upon the Prophecy of Isaiah 427 words
  6. 06 A Commentary upon the Prophecy of Isaiah, Written by That Reverend and Painful Pastor, in the Church of Christ, Master John Calvin 21,346 words
  7. 07 Chapter 2 11,165 words
  8. 08 Chapter 3 10,259 words
  9. 09 Chapter 4 4,019 words
  10. 10 Chapter 5 14,438 words
  11. 11 Chapter 6 9,450 words
  12. 12 Chapter 7 10,928 words
  13. 13 Chapter 8 11,866 words
  14. 14 Chapter 9 13,858 words
  15. 15 Chapter 10 13,122 words
  16. 16 Chapter 11 10,995 words
  17. 17 Chapter 12 3,145 words
  18. 18 Chapter 13 9,819 words
  19. 19 Chapter 14 15,457 words
  20. 20 Chapter 16 6,763 words
  21. 21 Chapter 17 5,703 words
  22. 22 Chapter 18 4,476 words
  23. 23 Chapter 19 14,385 words
  24. 24 Chapter 20 2,500 words
  25. 25 Chapter 21 15,375 words
  26. 26 Chapter 23 5,664 words
  27. 27 Chapter 24 8,959 words
  28. 28 Chapter 25 6,873 words
  29. 29 Chapter 26 15,333 words
  30. 30 Chapter 27 19,604 words
  31. 31 Chapter 29 10,391 words
  32. 32 Chapter 30 18,487 words
  33. 33 Chapter 31 3,448 words
  34. 34 Chapter 32 8,924 words
  35. 35 Chapter 33 12,105 words
  36. 36 Chapter 34 10,239 words
  37. 37 Chapter 36 10,564 words
  38. 38 Chapter 37 26,881 words
  39. 39 Chapter 39 4,808 words
  40. 40 Chapter 40 31,981 words
  41. 41 Chapter 42 9,121 words
  42. 42 Chapter 43 13,747 words
  43. 43 Chapter 44 14,865 words
  44. 44 Chapter 45 15,628 words
  45. 45 Chapter 46 5,868 words
  46. 46 Chapter 47 6,115 words
  47. 47 Chapter 48 10,476 words
  48. 48 Chapter 49 15,722 words
  49. 49 Chapter 50 6,857 words
  50. 50 Chapter 51 10,496 words
  51. 51 Chapter 52 6,898 words
  52. 52 Chapter 53 8,179 words
  53. 53 Chapter 54 8,046 words
  54. 54 Chapter 55 7,536 words
  55. 55 Chapter 56 6,657 words
  56. 56 Chapter 57 10,997 words
  57. 57 Chapter 58 8,228 words
  58. 58 Chapter 59 10,779 words
  59. 59 Chapter 60 10,737 words
  60. 60 Chapter 61 6,439 words
  61. 61 Chapter 62 6,500 words
  62. 62 Chapter 63 9,329 words
  63. 63 Isaiah 64: Oh That You Would Break the Heavens and Come Down 304 words
  64. 64 Chapter 64 4,992 words
  65. 65 Chapter 65 11,706 words
  66. 66 Chapter 66 12,440 words
Front matter (1 section)

Title Page

A Commentary upon the Prophecy of Isaiah. By Mr. John Calvin.

To which are added four tables: the first touching places of Scripture cited; the second, of the principal matters handled; the third, of authors and diverse names mentioned; the fourth, of certain texts cited out of Isaiah in the New Testament, which by the author in the Commentary are compared and reconciled.

Translated out of French into English: by C. C.

Behold the Lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world. (John 1:29)
To him also give all the prophets witness, that through his name all that believe in him, shall receive remission of sins. (Acts 10:43)
Lord, who will believe our report? And to whom is the arm of the Lord revealed? (Isaiah 53:1; John 12:37-38)

At London, imprinted by Felix Kingston, and are to be [reconstructed: sold] by William Cotton, dwelling in Paternoster Row, at the sign of the golden Lion. 1609.

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