Isaiah 45:25

In the LORD shall all the seed of Israel be justified, and shall glory.

In the LORD {H3068} shall all the seed {H2233} of Israel {H3478} be justified {H6663}, and shall glory {H1984}.

but all the descendants of Isra'el will find justice and glory in ADONAI.

In the LORD all descendants of Israel will be justified and will exult.

In Jehovah shall all the seed of Israel be justified, and shall glory.

Isaiah 45:25 (KJV): "In the LORD shall all the seed of Israel be justified, and shall glory."

Context

Isaiah chapter 45 is a powerful declaration of God's absolute sovereignty and uniqueness. He identifies Himself as the only God, the creator of all things, who directs history, even using a pagan king like Cyrus for His purposes (Isaiah 45:1-7). The chapter contrasts God's saving power with the futility of idol worship (Isaiah 45:15-20). The preceding verses contain a universal call to turn to the Lord and be saved, emphasizing that salvation and righteousness reside solely in Him. Verse 25 concludes this section, focusing specifically on the outcome for those who are considered the "seed of Israel" in relationship to this sovereign, saving God.

Key Themes

  • Justification by God: The core promise is that justification comes "In the LORD." This signifies being declared righteous or acquitted by God. It is not through human effort or merit but through divine action and relationship with God. This concept is foundational to understanding salvation, echoed in the New Testament's teaching on justification by grace through faith.
  • Glorying in the Lord: Because justification comes from the Lord alone, the appropriate response is to "glory" in Him. This means boasting in, praising, and finding one's honor and identity in God and His saving work, rather than in oneself or worldly achievements. It aligns with the principle found in 1 Corinthians 1:31 that "He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord."
  • The Seed of Israel: While initially referring to the physical descendants of Jacob, prophetic language, and later New Testament interpretation, broadens "the seed of Israel" to include all who are spiritual descendants through faith in God. Paul clarifies that not all who are of Israel are truly Israel, and the promise extends to those who are Abraham's seed by faith (Galatians 3:29, Romans 9:6-8). Thus, the promise of justification and glorying in the Lord applies to the true people of God, those who have faith in Him.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "justified" is tsadaq (צָדַק), meaning to be righteous, just, vindicated, or acquitted. The passive form used here emphasizes that this state of righteousness is received from God. The word for "glory" is halal (הָלַל), related to praise or boast. It implies finding one's honor and expression of praise in the Lord.

Reflection and Application

This verse offers profound assurance. It teaches that our standing before God (justification) and our ultimate source of joy and honor (glorying) are found exclusively in the Lord. For believers today, this means that our righteousness is not earned by our works but is a gift received through faith in Jesus Christ. Our boasting should never be in our own abilities, achievements, or status, but always in the Lord and the salvation He has provided. This truth frees us from the burden of self-justification and directs all praise to God, reinforcing His central place in our lives.

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 41:16

    Thou shalt fan them, and the wind shall carry them away, and the whirlwind shall scatter them: and thou shalt rejoice in the LORD, [and] shalt glory in the Holy One of Israel.

  • Galatians 3:27

    For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ.

  • Galatians 3:29

    And if ye [be] Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.

  • 1 Corinthians 6:11

    And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.

  • Isaiah 65:23

    They shall not labour in vain, nor bring forth for trouble; for they [are] the seed of the blessed of the LORD, and their offspring with them.

  • Romans 8:30

    Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified.

  • Isaiah 45:24

    Surely, shall [one] say, in the LORD have I righteousness and strength: [even] to him shall [men] come; and all that are incensed against him shall be ashamed.

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