Isaiah 56:5

"For the LORD says, “To the eunuchs who keep my Sabbaths, choose the things that please me, and hold fast to my covenant,"

Key Reflection

Isaiah 56:5 reveals a promise from God extending inclusion to eunuchs who adhere to His commandments, particularly the Sabbath. This verse challenges the traditional exclusion of eunuchs by God and emphasizes that their faithfulness in keeping the Sabbaths and other mitzvot (commandments) will secure for them the blessings promised in the covenant, highlighting a broader welcome into God's community regardless of physical or social limitations.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Will I give in mine house -That is, they shalt be admitted to all the privileges of entering my house of prayer, and of being regarded as my true worshippers, and this shall be to them a more invaluable privilege than would be any earthly advantages. The word ‘house’ here refers undoubtedly to the temple, regarded as emblematic of the place of public worship in all ages. And within my walls -The walls of the city where God dwelt, referring primarily to the walls of Jerusalem. They should be permitted to dwell with God, and be admitted to all the privileges of others.

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