Isaiah 62:1

¶ For Zion's sake will I not hold my peace, and for Jerusalem's sake I will not rest, until the righteousness thereof go forth as brightness, and the salvation thereof as a lamp [that] burneth.

For Zion's {H6726} sake will I not hold my peace {H2814}, and for Jerusalem's {H3389} sake I will not rest {H8252}, until the righteousness {H6664} thereof go forth {H3318} as brightness {H5051}, and the salvation {H3444} thereof as a lamp {H3940} that burneth {H1197}.

For Tziyon's sake I will not be silent, for Yerushalayim's sake I will not rest, until her vindication shines out brightly and her salvation like a blazing torch.

For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not keep still, until her righteousness shines like a bright light, her salvation like a blazing torch.

For Zion’s sake will I not hold my peace, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not rest, until her righteousness go forth as brightness, and her salvation as a lamp that burneth.

Commentary on Isaiah 62:1 (KJV)

Isaiah 62:1 declares God's unwavering commitment to the restoration and glorification of Zion, personifying His divine resolve to see His purposes fulfilled for Jerusalem. This verse serves as a powerful declaration of persistent divine action on behalf of His chosen city and people.

Context

This verse is part of a prophetic section (Isaiah 60-62) that shifts from themes of judgment and exile to future glory and redemption for Israel. Following prophecies of desolation and a period of waiting, Isaiah 62 focuses intensely on Jerusalem's impending transformation into a radiant city, a light to the nations. The prophet, or God Himself, expresses an unyielding determination that this glorious future will indeed come to pass. It speaks to the post-exilic return, but ultimately points to the eschatological fulfillment in the New Jerusalem.

Key Themes

  • Divine Commitment and Persistence: The repeated phrases "I will not hold my peace" and "I will not rest" emphasize God's active, relentless pursuit of His redemptive plan for His people. It signifies an unwavering resolve and a divine pledge that God will not cease His work until His promises are fully realized for Zion.
  • Restoration and Vindication: The verse highlights the transformation of Zion from a state of desolation to one where its "righteousness" and "salvation" are manifest. This "righteousness" (Hebrew: tsedeq) refers not only to moral uprightness but, significantly, to God's act of setting things right, His faithful vindication of His chosen city and people.
  • Visibility and Glory: The imagery of "brightness" and a "lamp that burneth" underscores that this restoration will be undeniable and visible. It signifies that Jerusalem's transformed state will be a glorious, enduring, and undeniable testament to God's work, shining forth for all to see, much like the call for Jerusalem to arise and shine in Isaiah 60:1.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew phrases lo' 'ehĕsheh ("I will not hold my peace") and lo' 'eshqoṭ ("I will not rest") are strong negative declarations, conveying a powerful, active refusal to be silent or inactive. This is not passive waiting but a determined, persistent divine activity or intercession. The word for "brightness" (nōgah) suggests a radiant, intense light, while "lamp that burneth" (lappîd yib'ar) implies a flame that is not only visible but also enduring and vigorously burning, providing constant illumination.

Practical Application

Isaiah 62:1 offers immense hope and assurance. It reminds believers that God is actively working to bring about His purposes, even when circumstances seem bleak or His promises appear delayed. For the church, which is often seen as the spiritual Zion, this verse signifies God's unwavering commitment to His people and His ultimate plan for a redeemed community. It encourages us to trust in God's persistent grace and to participate in His mission, knowing that He will not stop until His kingdom is fully established and His righteousness shines forth for all to see. This verse is a testament to God's faithfulness and His covenant mercies, a theme echoed in Lamentations 3:22-23.

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 62:6

    ¶ I have set watchmen upon thy walls, O Jerusalem, [which] shall never hold their peace day nor night: ye that make mention of the LORD, keep not silence,

  • Isaiah 62:7

    And give him no rest, till he establish, and till he make Jerusalem a praise in the earth.

  • Proverbs 4:18

    But the path of the just [is] as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.

  • Isaiah 32:15

    Until the spirit be poured upon us from on high, and the wilderness be a fruitful field, and the fruitful field be counted for a forest.

  • Isaiah 32:17

    And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.

  • Psalms 102:13

    Thou shalt arise, [and] have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favour her, yea, the set time, is come.

  • Psalms 102:16

    When the LORD shall build up Zion, he shall appear in his glory.

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