Isaiah 9:7
What does Isaiah 9:7 mean?
A plain-English look at Isaiah 9:7 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Isaiah 9:7 means
This verse describes the boundless and eternal nature of the Messiah's reign, emphasizing that His government will perpetually expand, and His peace will know no end. This is not a temporary earthly kingdom, but one established permanently "upon the throne of David," affirming His lineage and divine right to rule. It will be upheld and maintained with unwavering "justice and with righteousness," ensuring perfect order and integrity from His reign onward, forever. The certainty of this prophecy is guaranteed by "the zeal of Jehovah of hosts," God’s passionate commitment to fulfill His promise.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of Jehovah of hosts will perform this.
KJV
King James Version · 1611Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of Jehovah of hosts will perform this.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949Of the increase of his rule and of peace there will be no end, on the seat of David, and in his kingdom; to make it strong, supporting it with wise decision and righteousness, now and for ever. By the fixed purpose of the Lord of armies this will be done.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862To the increase of the princely power, And of peace, there is no end, On the throne of David, and on his kingdom, To establish it, and to support it, In judgment and in righteousness, Henceforth, even unto the age, The zeal of Jehovah of Hosts doth this.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752His empire shall be multiplied, and there shall be no end of peace: he shall sit upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom; to establish it and strengthen it with judgment and with justice, from henceforth and for ever: the zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with judgment and with righteousness, from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of Jehovah of hosts will perform this.
Context
Following the announcement of the Messiah's birth and names, this verse details the nature and duration of His Kingdom. It expands on the implications of verse 6, describing the eternal and just character of His rule. This context is vital because it moves from the Messiah's person to the scope and quality of His authority, bringing the first section of the chapter to a triumphant conclusion before a stark shift in tone to judgment.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Daniel 7:14
And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all the peoples, nations, and languages should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed.
- Luke 1:32
He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David:
- 2 Kings 19:31
For out of Jerusalem shall go forth a remnant, and out of mount Zion they that shall escape: the zeal of Jehovah shall perform this.
- 1 Corinthians 15:24
Then cometh the end, when he shall deliver up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have abolished all rule and all authority and power.
- Hebrews 1:8
but of the Sonhe saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever; And the sceptre of uprightness is the sceptre of thy kingdom.
- Ezekiel 36:21
But I had regard for my holy name, which the house of Israel had profaned among the nations, whither they went.
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