Lux Domini
For Jacob my servant’s sake, and Israel mine elect, I have even called thee by thy name: I have surnamed thee, though thou hast not known me.

What does Isaiah 45:4 mean?

Cyrus is called God's anointed; he was designed and qualified for his great service by the counsel of God.

Key themes

Justice and mercyHolinessJudgmentRemnant

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Keep this verse inside Isaiah 45:1-4 and alongside a few nearby related passages.