Thus says the LORD,
The heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool: where is the house that you build unto me? and where is the place of my rest?
Read Chapter 66
George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
House. This is a prophecy that the temple should be cast off. (Challoner)
Isaias alludes to the return of the captives, as to a figure of the Church. They had flattered themselves with the idea of building a magnificent temple. God regards it not, as long as they follow their own wills and cherish pride. (Calmet)
He is pleased with the piety of his servants, which may be exhibited any where, though the temple is the most proper place. See Acts vii., and xiv. After the gospel, the sacrifices of the law became unlawful. (Worthington)
