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Isaiah 7:12

Isaiah 7:12
But Ahaz said, I will not ask, neither will I tempt the LORD.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

But Ahaz said, I will not ask,.... That is, a sign or miracle to be wrought; being unwilling to take the advice to be…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

I will not ask - In this case Ahaz assumed the appearance of piety, or respect for the command of God. In Deu 6:16, it…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Isaiah 7:10-16

Here, I. God, by the prophet, makes a gracious offer to Ahaz, to confirm the foregoing predictions, and his faith in…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

The answer of Ahaz reveals his utter incapacity for the faith which Isaiah demanded. He evidently believes that the sign…