Isaiah 61:9

"“For I, the LORD, love justice. I hate robbery and iniquity. I will give them their reward in truth and I will make an everlasting covenant with them."

Key Reflection

In Isaiah 61:9, God declares His commitment to justice and righteousness. By stating that He "loves justice" and "hates robbery and iniquity," He underscores His unwavering stance against wrongdoing and a preference for truth and integrity. This verse positions God as the ultimate source of goodness and fairness, promising that those who adhere to these principles will receive their due reward, ensuring an enduring relationship based on trust and mutual respect.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

And their seed -The figure here is taken from the feelings of a parent who desires his children to be esteemed, and who regards it as an honor that they become so distinguished that their fame extends to distant lands. Shall be known -Shall be distinguished or honored. For this use of the word ‘known,’ seePsalms 67:2;Psalms 76:1;Psalms 79:10. And their offspring -(See the notes atIsaiah 48:19). The Chaldee and the Syriac render this, ‘Their children’s children.’ The sense is, that the true friends of the church shall be everywhere honored. Distant lands shall be acquainted with them, and shall be disposed to show them distinguished respect. Among the people -The people of distant lands.

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