Bible Commentary

Thou shalt also be a crown of glory in the hand of the LORD, and a royal diadem in the hand of thy God. 3. a crown of glory ] R.V. of beauty. There is probably an allusion to the mural crown which tutelary deities of cities are sometimes represented as wearing, on ancient coins … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 62:3”

And the Gentiles shall see thy righteousness, and all kings thy glory: and thou shalt be called by a new name, which the mouth of the LORD shall name. 2. And the Gentiles &c. ] Rather, And nations. Cf. ch. Isa 60:3. a new name ] the symbol both of a new character and a … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 62:2”

For Zion’s sake will I not hold my peace, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not rest, until the righteousness thereof go forth as brightness, and the salvation thereof as a lamp [that] burneth. 1. The speaker here is most naturally to be supposed the prophet, although the words are often explained as those of … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 62:1”

For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord GOD will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations. 11. as the earth &c. ] i.e. as surely as the seed germinates in the earth, … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 61:11”

I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh [himself] with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth [herself] with her jewels. 10. According to the Targum … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 61:10”

And their seed shall be known among the Gentiles, and their offspring among the people: all that see them shall acknowledge them, that they [are] the seed [which] the LORD hath blessed. 9. In virtue of this everlasting covenant the blessing of Jehovah descends on their offspring (cf. ch. Isa 65:23), compelling the admiration of … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 61:9”

For I the LORD love judgment, I hate robbery for burnt offering; and I will direct their work in truth, and I will make an everlasting covenant with them. 8. Jehovah’s righteousness demands this reversal of the present relations of Israel and the heathen. I hate robbery &c. ] Render with R.V. I hate robbery … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 61:8”

For your shame [ye shall have] double; and [for] confusion they shall rejoice in their portion: therefore in their land they shall possess the double: everlasting joy shall be unto them. 7. The first half of the verse is harsh in construction; and the text as it stands is corrupt. The general sense, however, is … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 61:7”

But ye shall be named the Priests of the LORD: [men] shall call you the Ministers of our God: ye shall eat the riches of the Gentiles, and in their glory shall ye boast yourselves. 6. the riches of the Gentiles ] the wealth of nations, as ch. Isa 60:5; Isa 60:11. in their glory … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 61:6”

And strangers shall stand and feed your flocks, and the sons of the alien [shall be] your plowmen and your vinedressers. 5. the sons of the alien ] Render with R.V. aliens (as ch. Isa 56:3). Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges 5, 6. Israel’s priesthood among the nations, and the services rendered … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of Isaiah 61:5”