ישעיהו, פרק מ״ג, פסוק ט״ו

A profound divine declaration expresses God's deep commitment to the Israelites, revealing the core motive behind His saving actions on their behalf. God testifies that He alone is the author of their rescue [מצודת דוד]. The holy nature of this relationship is understood in several ways. Some explain that God reveals His holiness to the world specifically through the Israelites [רד״ק], while others view it as a firm promise that God will reign over the people to ensure their salvation [אבן עזרא]. Another perspective ties God's intervention directly to the people themselves, suggesting He acts on their behalf because of the merit of their holy deeds.

However, even when the Israelites lack the merit of good actions and are unworthy of rescue, God still saves them. This unconditional salvation stems from His position as their creator and king, much like a human ruler who chooses to redeem his servants even when they do not strictly deserve it [מלבי״ם]. In this context, God's role as creator does not refer to the making of the physical universe, but rather to the specific historical formation of the Israelites, shaping them into a single, unified nation [שד״ל, רד״ק]. Ultimately, God stands as their true sovereign. Because He holds this supreme position, He will never abandon the Israelites to the control of foreign kings [רד״ק].