Isaiah 62:4

"You will also be a crown of beauty in the LORD’s hand, and a royal diadem in your God’s hand."

Key Reflection

This verse metaphorically describes Israel as a source of great glory and beauty to God, emphasizing their special status and the honor God bestows upon them. It suggests that through faith and obedience, they will be a crown of joy and pride for God, reflecting His splendor in the world.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Thou shalt no more be termed Forsaken -That is, thou shalt be no more so forsaken as to make such an I appellation proper. This refers to the new name which the prophet saysIsaiah 62:2will be conferred on her. Neither shall thy land -Thy country shall no more be so wasted that the term desolation (שׁממהshemâmâh, Greekἔρημοςerēmos) shall be properly applied to it. But thou shalt be called Hepzi-bah -Margin, as Hebrew, ‘My delight is in her.’ The idea is, that Yahweh would show her such favor, and he would have so much pleasure in his people, that this name of endearment would be appropriately given to her. The Septuagint renders this,Θέλημα ἐμὸνThelēmaemon- ‘My will,’ or my delight.

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