Isa 44:15-17 | JFB | STEP | 15. The same tree that furnishes the material for the god is in part used as fuel for a fire to cook his meals and warm himself! thereto-- rather, "he falleth down before them," that is, such images [Maurer].

‏ Isaiah 44:15-17

15. The same tree that furnishes the material for the god is in part used as fuel for a fire to cook his meals and warm himself!

thereto--rather, "he falleth down before them," that is, such images [Maurer].

16. part ... part--not distinct parts, but the same part of the wood (compare Is 44:17).

eateth--that is, cooks so as to eat (Is 44:19).

I have seen--I feel its power.