Isaiah 66:11

That ye may suck, and be satisfied with the breasts of her consolations; that ye may milk out, and be delighted with the abundance of her glory.

That ye may suck {H3243}, and be satisfied {H7646} with the breasts {H7699} of her consolations {H8575}; that ye may milk out {H4711}, and be delighted {H6026} with the abundance {H2123} of her glory {H3519}.

so that you nurse and are satisfied by her comforting breast, drinking deeply and delighting in the overflow of her glory.

so that you may nurse and be satisfied at her comforting breasts; you may drink deeply and delight yourselves in her glorious abundance.

that ye may suck and be satisfied with the breasts of her consolations; that ye may milk out, and be delighted with the abundance of her glory.

Isaiah 66:11, part of the concluding prophecies in the book of Isaiah, paints a beautiful and tender picture of the abundant comfort and blessings awaiting God's people. Using vivid maternal imagery, it describes the deep satisfaction and delight that will be experienced by those who rejoice in the restored Jerusalem, symbolizing God’s ultimate provision and glorious presence.

Context

This verse is situated in the final chapter of Isaiah, which culminates the prophet's long and sweeping messages of judgment, redemption, and future hope. Chapters 65 and 66 particularly focus on the establishment of a new order, including the creation of new heavens and a new earth, and the restoration of Jerusalem as a center of God's blessing and glory. Preceding this verse, Isaiah 66:10 calls for rejoicing with Jerusalem, setting the stage for the profound nourishment and delight promised here. It speaks to a time when God's favor will be poured out in full measure upon His faithful remnant and those who gather to Zion.

Key Themes

  • Divine Nourishment and Consolation: The imagery of "sucking" and being "satisfied with the breasts of her consolations" powerfully conveys God's intimate and complete provision of comfort and spiritual sustenance. Just as a child is fully nourished by a mother, God's people will find ultimate fulfillment and peace in His presence and promises. This speaks to a deep, personal level of care from the God of all comfort.
  • Abundant Glory and Delight: The phrase "milk out, and be delighted with the abundance of her glory" emphasizes not just sustenance, but overflowing joy and splendor. "Her glory" refers to the magnificent presence and blessings of God manifested through Jerusalem, which will be so rich and plentiful that it brings profound delight and satisfaction to all who partake.
  • Maternal Metaphor for God's Care: The use of maternal imagery is striking and tender, underscoring God's gentle, nurturing, and unwavering love for His people. It assures them of complete care and provision, much like a mother's bond with her child.

Linguistic Insights

The KJV uses strong, evocative language. The Hebrew word for "suck" (yanak) implies drawing deeply, while "milk out" (mutz) suggests extracting fully, highlighting the complete and satisfying nature of the provision. "Consolations" (Hebrew: nechamah) denotes comfort, compassion, and a sense of being soothed, while "glory" (Hebrew: kavod) refers to weight, honor, and splendor. Together, these words paint a picture of an experience that is both profoundly comforting and immensely joyful, a rich banquet for the soul.

Practical Application

Isaiah 66:11 invites believers to anticipate and draw deeply from God's inexhaustible source of comfort, joy, and spiritual nourishment. In a world often filled with distress and dissatisfaction, this verse reminds us that true and lasting fulfillment comes from God's presence and His promises. It encourages us to seek our satisfaction not in worldly pursuits, but in Him, finding delight in His abundance and glory. Just as the restored Jerusalem would be a source of life, so too is the spiritual Zion—the Church and God's eternal kingdom—a wellspring of comfort and joy for all who believe.

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 60:16

    Thou shalt also suck the milk of the Gentiles, and shalt suck the breast of kings: and thou shalt know that I the LORD [am] thy Saviour and thy Redeemer, the mighty One of Jacob.

  • Joel 3:18

    ¶ And it shall come to pass in that day, [that] the mountains shall drop down new wine, and the hills shall flow with milk, and all the rivers of Judah shall flow with waters, and a fountain shall come forth of the house of the LORD, and shall water the valley of Shittim.

  • Isaiah 60:5

    Then thou shalt see, and flow together, and thine heart shall fear, and be enlarged; because the abundance of the sea shall be converted unto thee, the forces of the Gentiles shall come unto thee.

  • Psalms 36:8

    They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy house; and thou shalt make them drink of the river of thy pleasures.

  • 1 Peter 2:2

    As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:
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