Isaiah 62:5

For [as] a young man marrieth a virgin, [so] shall thy sons marry thee: and [as] the bridegroom rejoiceth over the bride, [so] shall thy God rejoice over thee.

For as a young man {H970} marrieth {H1166} a virgin {H1330}, so shall thy sons {H1121} marry {H1166} thee: and as the bridegroom {H2860} rejoiceth {H4885} over the bride {H3618}, so shall thy God {H430} rejoice {H7797} over thee.

as a young man marries a young woman, your sons will marry you; as a bridegroom rejoices over the bride, your God will rejoice over you.

For as a young man marries a young woman, so your sons will marry you; and as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so your God will rejoice over you.

For as a young man marrieth a virgin, so shall thy sons marry thee; and as the bridegroom rejoiceth over the bride, so shall thy God rejoice over thee.

Isaiah 62:5 paints a vivid picture of God's profound joy and commitment towards His restored people, Zion. Using the powerful imagery of a wedding, the verse conveys a deep, intimate, and celebratory relationship between God and His beloved.

Context

This verse is found in the latter part of the Book of Isaiah, often referred to as the "Book of Comfort" (chapters 40-66). Following prophecies of judgment and exile, chapters 60-62 focus intensely on the glorious restoration and future glory of Zion (Jerusalem). The preceding verses in chapter 62 speak of Zion being given new names, signifying her renewed status and God's delight in her (Isaiah 62:4). This verse culminates that theme, emphasizing the personal, joyous bond.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Delight and Joy: The central message is God's overflowing joy over His people. Just as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so the Lord delights in those who are His. This highlights a God who is not merely tolerant or obligated, but passionately joyful about His relationship with humanity. This echoes sentiments found elsewhere, such as Zephaniah 3:17 where God rejoices over His people with singing.
  • Restoration and Re-establishment: The phrase "thy sons marry thee" refers to the exiled people of Israel returning to and re-inhabiting Zion (Jerusalem). It signifies a complete and passionate re-establishment, where the land and its people are reunited in a committed union, secure in their possession and identity. This imagery underscores the permanence of God's restoration.
  • Covenant Relationship: The marriage metaphor is a recurring theme throughout Scripture to describe the intimate and exclusive covenant relationship between God and His people, whether Israel or the Church (Jeremiah 3:14, Hosea 2:19-20). It speaks of faithfulness, love, and mutual commitment, culminating in the New Testament's portrayal of Christ and the Church (Ephesians 5:32).

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "rejoice" in "shall thy God rejoice over thee" is שׂוּשׂ (sus), which conveys a sense of exultation, leaping, and great delight. It's a strong term indicating exuberant joy, not just simple happiness. The phrase "thy sons marry thee" uses the verb יִבְעָלוּךְ (yiv'aluk), derived from the root בָּעַל (ba'al), which means to be master, possess, or marry. This reinforces the idea of a deep, proprietary, and committed union, where the people truly take possession of and are devoted to their restored land, much like a husband to his wife.

Practical Application

For believers today, Isaiah 62:5 offers immense comfort and assurance. It reveals the heart of God: He is not distant or indifferent, but actively delights in His people. This verse encourages us to understand our identity not merely as servants, but as beloved. Just as the bridegroom finds joy in his bride, God finds joy in His Church, His redeemed people. This divine joy should inspire confidence, gratitude, and a desire to live in a way that honors this profound relationship. It also points to the ultimate fulfillment of God's perfect union with His people in the New Jerusalem, described as a bride adorned for her husband, where this joy will be fully realized.

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 65:19

    And I will rejoice in Jerusalem, and joy in my people: and the voice of weeping shall be no more heard in her, nor the voice of crying.

  • 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.

  • Hebrews 12:2

    Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of [our] faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

  • Isaiah 49:18

    ¶ Lift up thine eyes round about, and behold: all these gather themselves together, [and] come to thee. [As] I live, saith the LORD, thou shalt surely clothe thee with them all, as with an ornament, and bind them [on thee], as a bride [doeth].

  • Isaiah 49:22

    Thus saith the Lord GOD, Behold, I will lift up mine hand to the Gentiles, and set up my standard to the people: and they shall bring thy sons in [their] arms, and thy daughters shall be carried upon [their] shoulders.

  • 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.

  • Psalms 45:11

    So shall the king greatly desire thy beauty: for he [is] thy Lord; and worship thou him.

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