Isaiah 30:26

Moreover the light of the moon shall be as the light of the sun, and the light of the sun shall be sevenfold, as the light of seven days, in the day that the LORD bindeth up the breach of his people, and healeth the stroke of their wound.

Moreover the light {H216} of the moon {H3842} shall be as the light {H216} of the sun {H2535}, and the light {H216} of the sun {H2535} shall be sevenfold {H7659}, as the light {H216} of seven {H7651} days {H3117}, in the day {H3117} that the LORD {H3068} bindeth up {H2280} the breach {H7667} of his people {H5971}, and healeth {H7495} the stroke {H4273} of their wound {H4347}.

Moreover, the light of the moon will be as bright as the light of the sun; and the light of the sun will be seven times stronger, like the light of seven days [in one], on the day ADONAI binds up the wounds of his people and heals the bruise caused by the blow.

The light of the moon will be as bright as the sun, and the light of the sun will be seven times brighter—like the light of seven days—on the day that the LORD binds up the brokenness of His people and heals the wounds He has inflicted.

Moreover the light of the moon shall be as the light of the sun, and the light of the sun shall be sevenfold, as the light of seven days, in the day that Jehovah bindeth up the hurt of his people, and healeth the stroke of their wound.

Isaiah 30:26 (KJV) offers a magnificent prophetic vision of future restoration and divine blessing for God's people, following a period of judgment and warning. It speaks of a time when God will fully heal and mend the brokenness of His chosen ones.

Context

This verse is found within the book of Isaiah, specifically in a section (chapters 28-33) that addresses Israel's reliance on human alliances (like with Egypt) instead of trusting in the Lord. While earlier verses in chapter 30 contain stern warnings and pronouncements of judgment for disobedience and rebellion, verses 18-26 pivot to a profound message of hope and God's eventual mercy and restoration for those who repent and wait upon Him. Isaiah 30:26 serves as a climactic promise, painting a picture of ultimate wholeness and divine favor.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Supernatural Light and Glory: The prophecy describes an extraordinary increase in light—the moon shining like the sun, and the sun's light intensified sevenfold. This imagery signifies an unparalleled era of divine revelation, understanding, and prosperity, far beyond anything experienced before. It suggests a time when God's presence and glory will be overwhelmingly manifest, dispelling all darkness. This echoes themes found in other prophetic books, such as Isaiah 60:19-20 where the Lord Himself becomes the everlasting light.
  • Divine Healing and Restoration: The miraculous light is directly linked to the "day that the LORD bindeth up the breach of his people, and healeth the stroke of their wound." This refers to God's act of mending the spiritual, physical, and national wounds and brokenness of His people. The "breach" (Hebrew: sheber) signifies ruin, calamity, or a breaking apart, while "stroke of their wound" (Hebrew: makkah) implies a severe blow or injury. God promises to bring complete healing and wholeness, overcoming all past suffering and judgment. This is a powerful message of divine restoration for a suffering people.
  • The Messianic Age/Eschatological Hope: Many commentators view this verse as pointing towards the ultimate restoration of Israel and the establishment of God's kingdom, often associated with the Messianic age or the new heavens and new earth. It speaks to a future perfect state where God's presence is pervasive, and suffering is no more.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "bindeth up the breach" uses the Hebrew word chabash (חָבַשׁ), meaning to bind, wrap, or heal, often in the context of binding up wounds. Coupled with sheber (שֶׁבֶר) for "breach" or "breaking," it vividly portrays God as a divine physician meticulously mending what is shattered. Similarly, "healeth the stroke of their wound" uses rapha' (רָפָא) for "heal," underscoring God's comprehensive ability to restore.

Practical Application

Isaiah 30:26 offers immense hope and comfort for believers today. It reminds us that no matter how deep the wounds or how significant the brokenness—whether personal, communal, or global—God has the ultimate plan for healing and restoration. It encourages perseverance and trust in God's sovereign timing, knowing that His ultimate plan involves a glorious future where His light will prevail, and all suffering will be addressed. This verse points to the ultimate hope we have in God's future kingdom, where He will wipe away every tear and make all things new.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Isaiah 60:19

    The sun shall be no more thy light by day; neither for brightness shall the moon give light unto thee: but the LORD shall be unto thee an everlasting light, and thy God thy glory.

  • Isaiah 60:20

    Thy sun shall no more go down; neither shall thy moon withdraw itself: for the LORD shall be thine everlasting light, and the days of thy mourning shall be ended.

  • Revelation 22:5

    And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun; for the Lord God giveth them light: and they shall reign for ever and ever.

  • Revelation 21:23

    And the city had no need of the sun, neither of the moon, to shine in it: for the glory of God did lighten it, and the Lamb [is] the light thereof.

  • Deuteronomy 32:39

    ¶ See now that I, [even] I, [am] he, and [there is] no god with me: I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal: neither [is there any] that can deliver out of my hand.

  • Isaiah 24:23

    Then the moon shall be confounded, and the sun ashamed, when the LORD of hosts shall reign in mount Zion, and in Jerusalem, and before his ancients gloriously.

  • Zechariah 14:7

    But it shall be one day which shall be known to the LORD, not day, nor night: but it shall come to pass, [that] at evening time it shall be light.

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