Isaiah 66:22

Key Reflection

The verse from Isaiah 66:22, which states, “Of them I will also select priests and Levites,” says the LORD,” speaks to a future time when God will establish a new order of worship. For the original audience, who lived in the context of the temple cult in Jerusalem, this promise would have been significant as it implied that even those who were not part of the traditional priestly lineages could still serve as priests and Levites. This suggestion of inclusivity challenged the rigid social structures and exclusive priesthood of their time, hinting at a broader spiritual community where all believers could approach God in worship.