Isaiah 62:2

"For Zion’s sake I will not hold my peace, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not rest, until her righteousness shines out like the dawn, and her salvation like a burning lamp."

Key Reflection

Isaiah 62:2 emphasizes God's unwavering commitment to Zion (representing Jerusalem) and its people, vowing not to silence His call for justice or cease His efforts until righteousness prevails and salvation is evident, much like the dawn breaking and a bright lamp shining. This promise underscores God’s enduring dedication to His city and the restoration of its moral and spiritual well-being.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

And the Gentiles shall see -(seeIsaiah 11:10:÷ come a up I father me sayIsaiah 49:22;Isaiah 60:3,Isaiah 60:5,Isaiah 60:16). And all kings thy glory -(See the notes atIsaiah 49:7,Isaiah 49:23;Isaiah 52:15;Isaiah 60:3,Isaiah 60:10-11,Isaiah 60:16). And thou shalt be called by a new name -A name which shall be significant and expressive of a greatly improved and favored condition (seeIsaiah 62:4). The idea is, that they would not be in a condition in which a name denoting humiliation, poverty, and oppression would be appropriate, but in circumstances where a name expressive of prosperity would be adapted to express their condition.

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