The prophecy in Chapter 40 opens with a call of consolation for Jerusalem, followed by a call for the clearing of a path to prepare for God's return to Jerusalem, and then God's arrival to Jerusalem is heralded. In the second part of the Chapter (12-31), the prophet presents an argument against idolaters, and contrasts the unique nature of God-with God as Omnipotent Creator and Ruler of the World against the futility and nothingness of idols.

Chapter 41 continues the polemic against idols and idol-worshippers from the previous chapter and calls for idolaters to be brought to justice. The chapter continues with a description of the desert blooming during the time of Redemption.

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covenant of love
Yeshayahu
Prophecies of Consolation
Idolatry
The Relationship of God and the People of Israel
Worshipping God out of love
Courtesy of Matan Al HaPerek, Directed by Dr. Navah Cohen