translation_id: net-engnet

book_id: ISA

label: NET study note

text: The expression this one from the east refers to the Persian conqueror Cyrus, as later texts indicate (see 44:28-45:6; 46:11; 48:14-16 ).


text: The point is that they are powerless before Cyrus’ military power and scatter before him.


text: See the note on the phrase “the Holy One of Israel” in 1:4 .


text: The mountains and hills symbolize hostile nations that are obstacles to Israel’s restoration.


text: Apparently this challenge is addressed to the pagan idol gods, see vv. 23-24 .


text: That is, Cyrus the Persian. See the note at v. 2 .