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Isaiah 62:6

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¶ 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,

I have set {H6485} watchmen {H8104} upon thy walls {H2346}, O Jerusalem {H3389}, which shall never {H8548} hold their peace {H2814} day {H3117} nor night {H3915}: ye that make mention {H2142} of the LORD {H3068}, keep not silence {H1824},

I have posted watchmen on your walls, Yerushalayim; they will never fall silent, neither by day nor by night. You who call on ADONAI, give yourselves no rest;

On your walls, O Jerusalem, I have posted watchmen; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the LORD shall take no rest for yourselves,

I have set watchmen upon thy walls, O Jerusalem; they shall never hold their peace day nor night: ye that are Jehovah’s remembrancers, take ye no rest,

Isaiah 62:6 presents a powerful image of God's commitment to Jerusalem and His call for His people to join in His divine purpose through unceasing prayer and intercession. This verse stands as a clarion call to vigilance and persistent communication with the Almighty.

Context

This verse is nestled within a chapter brimming with God's passionate promises concerning the future glory and restoration of Jerusalem (also referred to as Zion). Following declarations of Jerusalem's vindication, salvation, and receiving new names (Isaiah 62:1-5), God reveals His strategy for bringing these promises to fruition: the appointment of dedicated "watchmen." This highlights that while God is sovereign, He involves His people in the unfolding of His plan.

Key Themes

  • Divine Appointment and Responsibility: The verse begins with God declaring, "I have set watchmen upon thy walls, O Jerusalem." This signifies that the role of intercessor is divinely ordained and carries immense spiritual responsibility. These watchmen are not self-appointed but are placed by God Himself.
  • Unceasing Intercession: The core command is that these watchmen "shall never hold their peace day nor night." This is a direct exhortation to persistent, continuous prayer, emphasizing that there should be no cessation in bringing petitions before the Lord.
  • Active Remembrance and Advocacy: The phrase "ye that make mention of the LORD, keep not silence" extends the call to all who acknowledge and honor God. It's a summons to actively remind God of His promises and purposes for Jerusalem and His people, not because He forgets, but because He delights in His people engaging with His revealed will.
  • Partnership in God's Plan: God invites His people to partner with Him in bringing about His glorious plans for His city and His people, demonstrating that human prayer is a vital component in divine accomplishment.

Linguistic Insights

The term "watchmen" is from the Hebrew shomerim (שׁוֹמְרִים), referring to guardians or observers, typically stationed on city walls to watch for danger or the approach of visitors. In this spiritual context, it signifies those who are vigilant in prayer and spiritual discernment.

The phrase "ye that make mention of the LORD" comes from the Hebrew mazkirim (מַזְכִּירִים), which literally means "those who cause to remember" or "bring to remembrance." This isn't about informing an forgetful God, but rather engaging with Him in prayer by reminding Him of His own covenant promises, thereby aligning our prayers with His revealed will.

Practical Application

This verse serves as a timeless mandate for believers today. We are called to be spiritual "watchmen" for our families, communities, nations, and the global Church. Our prayers are not meant to be sporadic or occasional, but rather marked by persistence and consistency, as highlighted in the parable of the persistent widow.

We are to "keep not silence," meaning our intercession should be fervent and unceasing, advocating for God's will to be done on Earth as it is in heaven. By making mention of the Lord and His promises, we actively participate in His ongoing work of redemption and restoration, trusting that our prayers, aligned with His purposes, have profound impact.

Note: Commentary is generated by a large language model with a directive for Biblical fidelity. While we find the analysis helpful, always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Isaiah 52:8

    Thy watchmen shall lift up the voice; with the voice together shall they sing: for they shall see eye to eye, when the LORD shall bring again Zion.

  • Ezekiel 3:17

    Son of man, I have made thee a watchman unto the house of Israel: therefore hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me.

  • Ezekiel 3:21

    Nevertheless if thou warn the righteous [man], that the righteous sin not, and he doth not sin, he shall surely live, because he is warned; also thou hast delivered thy soul.

  • Psalms 134:1

    ¶ A Song of degrees. Behold, bless ye the LORD, all [ye] servants of the LORD, which by night stand in the house of the LORD.

  • Psalms 134:2

    Lift up your hands [in] the sanctuary, and bless the LORD.

  • 1 Thessalonians 5:17

    Pray without ceasing.

  • Hebrews 13:17

    Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you.

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