Isaiah 62:12

And they shall call them, The holy people, The redeemed of the LORD: and thou shalt be called, Sought out, A city not forsaken.

And they shall call {H7121} them, The holy {H6944} people {H5971}, The redeemed {H1350} of the LORD {H3068}: and thou shalt be called {H7121}, Sought out {H1875}, A city {H5892} not forsaken {H5800}.

They will call them The Holy People, The Redeemed of ADONAI. You will be called D'rushah [Sought-After], 'Ir Lo Ne'ezvah [City-No-Longer-Abandoned].

And they will be called the Holy People, the Redeemed of The LORD; and you will be called Sought Out, A City Not Forsaken.

And they shall call them The holy people, The redeemed of Jehovah: and thou shalt be called Sought out, A city not forsaken.

Isaiah 62:12 is the triumphant crescendo of a prophetic chapter, declaring God's unwavering commitment to His people and the glorious future He has prepared for them.

Context

Chapter 62 of Isaiah is a passionate declaration of God's zealous love for Jerusalem (Zion) and His promise to restore her to glory. Following prophecies of judgment and exile, this chapter vividly paints a picture of renewal, where Jerusalem will be a "crown of glory" and a "royal diadem" (Isaiah 62:3) in the hand of the Lord. The entire chapter builds towards this verse, where the world will recognize the transformed identity of God's chosen ones. It emphasizes that God will not rest until Zion's righteousness shines forth (Isaiah 62:1).

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Restoration and New Identity: The verse proclaims new, divinely bestowed names for God's people and Jerusalem. These names signify a complete reversal of their former state of shame and desolation. They are no longer "Forsaken" or "Desolate" (Isaiah 62:4) but are now recognized by their true, God-given identity.
  • God's Redemptive Work: Being called "The redeemed of the LORD" highlights God's active intervention and salvation. This isn't a status achieved by human effort but a gift from a faithful God who "buys back" His people from bondage and spiritual exile.
  • Unwavering Divine Pursuit: The name "Sought out" emphasizes God's proactive and persistent pursuit of His people. Even when they strayed or felt lost, God continually sought them out for restoration and relationship.
  • Perpetual Divine Presence: "A city not forsaken" underscores God's permanent presence and faithfulness to Jerusalem and, by extension, to His people. It reassures that God will never abandon those He has chosen and redeemed.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew term for "redeemed" is ga'al (גָּאוּל), which carries the rich connotation of a "kinsman-redeemer" who acts to reclaim or deliver what is rightfully his, often involving payment or a powerful act of deliverance. This echoes the concept of God as the ultimate Redeemer who frees His people from spiritual slavery and sin, as seen in the broader narrative of the Exodus (Exodus 15:13). The phrase "Sought out" comes from the Hebrew derushah (דְּרוּשָׁה), implying a diligent and intentional search or inquiry, signifying God's deep care and active engagement in restoring His beloved.

Practical Application

For believers today, Isaiah 62:12 offers profound comfort and a clear declaration of identity. It reminds us that:

  • Our Identity is in Christ: Just as Israel received new names, believers are given a new identity in Christ, becoming "a holy nation, a peculiar people" (1 Peter 2:9). We are redeemed by His blood (Ephesians 1:7).
  • God Never Forsakes: Even in times of spiritual wandering or feeling abandoned, this verse assures us that God actively seeks us out and will never forsake those who belong to Him (Hebrews 13:5).
  • Hope for Restoration: It provides hope for personal and communal restoration. No matter how broken or desolate circumstances may seem, God's promise of renewal and His presence can transform any situation into a "city not forsaken."
This verse serves as a powerful declaration of God's enduring love and the glorious destiny of those who are His.

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.

  • 1 Peter 2:9

    But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:

  • Isaiah 62:4

    Thou shalt no more be termed Forsaken; neither shall thy land any more be termed Desolate: but thou shalt be called Hephzibah, and thy land Beulah: for the LORD delighteth in thee, and thy land shall be married.

  • Deuteronomy 26:19

    And to make thee high above all nations which he hath made, in praise, and in name, and in honour; and that thou mayest be an holy people unto the LORD thy God, as he hath spoken.

  • Deuteronomy 28:9

    The LORD shall establish thee an holy people unto himself, as he hath sworn unto thee, if thou shalt keep the commandments of the LORD thy God, and walk in his ways.

  • Isaiah 35:9

    No lion shall be there, nor [any] ravenous beast shall go up thereon, it shall not be found there; but the redeemed shall walk [there]:

  • Deuteronomy 7:6

    For thou [art] an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that [are] upon the face of the earth.

  • Isaiah 42:16

    And I will bring the blind by a way [that] they knew not; I will lead them in paths [that] they have not known: I will make darkness light before them, and crooked things straight. These things will I do unto them, and not forsake them.

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