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.

Thou shalt no more be termed {H559} Forsaken {H5800}; neither shall thy land {H776} any more be termed {H559} Desolate {H8077}: but thou shalt be called {H7121} Hephzibah {H2657}, and thy land {H776} Beulah {H1166}: for the LORD {H3068} delighteth {H2654} in thee, and thy land {H776} shall be married {H1166}.

You will no longer be spoken of as 'Azuvah [Abandoned] or your land be spoken of as 'Sh'mamah [Desolate]; rather, you will be called Heftzi-Vah [My-Delight-Is-In-Her] and your land Be'ulah [Married]. For ADONAI delights in you, and your land will be married

No longer will you be called Forsaken, nor your land named Desolate; but you will be called Hephzibah, and your land Beulah; for the LORD will take delight in you, and your land will be His bride.

Thou shalt no more be termed Forsaken; neither shall thy land any more be termed Desolate: but thou shalt be called Hephzi-bah, and thy land Beulah; for Jehovah delighteth in thee, and thy land shall be married.

Isaiah 62:4 delivers a powerful message of divine restoration and renewed relationship between God and His people, specifically addressing Jerusalem and the land of Israel. It promises an end to their former state of abandonment and desolation, ushering in an era of intimate favor and spiritual union.

Context

This verse is part of a larger prophetic section in Isaiah (chapters 60-62) that paints a vivid picture of Jerusalem's future glory and restoration after periods of judgment and exile, particularly the Babylonian captivity. The people of Israel had experienced significant hardship, feeling "forsaken" and seeing their land "desolate." Isaiah's prophecy offers profound hope, emphasizing God's unwavering commitment to His covenant with them. It speaks to a time when God's favor would be unmistakably evident, transforming their identity and status in the eyes of the world.

Key Themes

  • Divine Restoration and New Identity: The core promise is a complete reversal of fortune. Jerusalem and the land will no longer bear names signifying abandonment or emptiness. This signifies not just physical rebuilding but a spiritual and relational renewal.
  • God's Delight and Favor: The new names, "Hephzibah" and "Beulah," directly reflect God's personal affection and intention. They underscore that this transformation is born out of the Lord's own delight in His people.
  • Covenant Relationship and Spiritual Marriage: The imagery of marriage ("thy land shall be married") is central, symbolizing a deep, unbreakable covenant between God and His people, akin to a faithful husband's love for his bride. This echoes themes of God's faithfulness found throughout scripture, such as in Hosea 2:19-20.

Linguistic Insights

The power of this verse is amplified by the meaning of the new names given:

  • Hephzibah (חֶפְצִי־בָהּ, Cheftzi-bah): This Hebrew name literally means "My delight is in her." It conveys God's personal affection, pleasure, and joy in Jerusalem. It's a name chosen by God Himself to express His profound satisfaction and love.
  • Beulah (בְּעוּלָה, Be'ulah): Meaning "Married" or "Possessed (by a husband)," this name signifies the intimate, secure, and permanent relationship between the land (and by extension, the people) and the Lord. It contrasts sharply with the prior state of being "forsaken" or "desolate," which implies separation and lack of ownership. This reflects the deep spiritual union God desires with His people, often seen as the Church as the bride of Christ in the New Testament.

Practical Application

While primarily a prophecy for Israel, Isaiah 62:4 offers timeless encouragement for believers today:

  • Hope for the Forsaken: For anyone feeling abandoned, forgotten, or desolate in life's circumstances, this verse reminds us that God's ultimate intention is restoration and delight. He promises to replace states of emptiness with His presence and favor.
  • God's Unwavering Love: It assures us of God's faithful and enduring love. Even when we feel unworthy or broken, His delight in us (as His children through Christ) can transform our identity and perspective.
  • A Future of Intimacy: The imagery of marriage points to the deep, secure, and joyful relationship God desires with His people. It's a promise of intimacy and belonging that transcends temporary hardships.
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.

  • Zephaniah 3:17

    The LORD thy God in the midst of thee [is] mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.

  • Hosea 2:19

    And I will betroth thee unto me for ever; yea, I will betroth thee unto me in righteousness, and in judgment, and in lovingkindness, and in mercies.

  • Hosea 2:20

    I will even betroth thee unto me in faithfulness: and thou shalt know the LORD.

  • 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.

  • Isaiah 54:5

    For thy Maker [is] thine husband; the LORD of hosts [is] his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall he be called.

  • Isaiah 54:7

    For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee.

  • Jeremiah 32:41

    Yea, I will rejoice over them to do them good, and I will plant them in this land assuredly with my whole heart and with my whole soul.

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