The first part of Isaiah 52 is a prophecy about God releasing the captives from Babylon and returning them to Jerusalem. Babylon didn't pay for the people when they were captured, so God didn't pay anything for their release. It was God who inspired Cyrus to let them go, pay for their trip, give them back the temple accessories, and some of the materials to begin rebuilding.
For thus saith the LORD, Ye have sold yourselves for nought; and ye shall be redeemed without money. Isaiah 52:3
However, Isaiah then begins predicting Jesus' coming for our salvation, and Isaiah 53 makes it clear that the prophecy is about Jesus. I wonder if, hearing this prophecy, they thought that Jesus was coming to save them at that time.
Behold, my servant shall deal prudently, he shall be exalted and extolled, and be very high. Isaiah 52:13
Tomorrow we will cover the truth many want to deny: that Isaiah's prophecy was about salvation through Jesus, and they missed their messiah, even though the prophecy made it clear he was him.
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