Isaiah 60:13
Isaiah 60:13 in Multiple Translations
The glory of Lebanon will come to you— its cypress, elm, and boxwood together— to adorn the place of My sanctuary, and I will glorify the place of My feet.
The glory of Lebanon shall come unto thee, the fir tree, the pine tree, and the box together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary; and I will make the place of my feet glorious.
The glory of Lebanon shall come unto thee, the fir-tree, the pine, and the box-tree together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary; and I will make the place of my feet glorious.
The glory of Lebanon will come to you, the cypress, the plane, and the sherbin-tree together, to make my holy place beautiful; and the resting-place of my feet will be full of glory.
The glory of Lebanon will come to you: cedars, acacias, and myrtle trees, to make my Temple beautiful and to honor the place I choose to live.
The glory of Lebanon shall come vnto thee, the firre tree, the elme and the boxe tree together, to beautifie the place of my Sanctuarie: for I will glorifie the place of my feete.
The honour of Lebanon unto thee doth come, Fir, pine, and box together, To beautify the place of My sanctuary, And the place of My feet I make honourable.
“The glory of Lebanon shall come to you, the cypress tree, the pine, and the box tree together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary; and I will make the place of my feet glorious.
The glory of Lebanon shall come to thee, the fir-tree, the pine-tree, and the box together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary; and I will make the place of my feet glorious.
The glory of Libanus shall come to thee, the Ar tree, and the box tree, and the pine tree together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary: and I will glorify the place of my feet.
The glorious/beautiful things in Lebanon will be brought to you— lumber from cypress trees and fir trees and pine trees — to be used to make my temple beautiful. When that is done, my temple [MTY] will truly be glorious!
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Study Notes — Isaiah 60:13
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- Isaiah 60:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 60:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 60:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 60:13
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 60:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
- Sermons on Isaiah 60:13
Context — Future Glory for Zion
13The glory of Lebanon will come to you— its cypress, elm, and boxwood together— to adorn the place of My sanctuary, and I will glorify the place of My feet.
14The sons of your oppressors will come and bow down to you; all who reviled you will fall facedown at your feet and call you the City of the LORD, Zion of the Holy One of Israel. 15Whereas you have been forsaken and despised, with no one passing through, I will make you an everlasting pride, a joy from age to age.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 28:2 | Then King David rose to his feet and said, “Listen to me, my brothers and my people. It was in my heart to build a house as a resting place for the ark of the covenant of the LORD and as a footstool for our God. I had made preparations to build it, |
| 2 | Isaiah 35:2 | It will bloom profusely and rejoice with joy and singing. The glory of Lebanon will be given to it, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon. They will see the glory of the LORD, the splendor of our God. |
| 3 | Psalms 132:7 | Let us go to His dwelling place; let us worship at His footstool. |
| 4 | Psalms 96:6 | Splendor and majesty are before Him; strength and beauty fill His sanctuary. |
| 5 | Ezra 7:27 | Blessed be the LORD, the God of our fathers, who has put into the heart of the king to so honor the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, |
| 6 | Isaiah 55:13 | Instead of the thornbush, a cypress will grow, and instead of the brier, a myrtle will spring up; they will make a name for the LORD, an everlasting sign, never to be destroyed.” |
| 7 | Isaiah 66:1 | This is what the LORD says: “Heaven is My throne, and earth is My footstool. What kind of house will you build for Me? Or where will My place of repose be? |
| 8 | Hosea 14:6–7 | His shoots will sprout, and his splendor will be like the olive tree, his fragrance like the cedars of Lebanon. They will return and dwell in his shade; they will grow grain and blossom like the vine. His renown will be like the wine of Lebanon. |
| 9 | Isaiah 41:19–20 | I will plant cedars in the wilderness, acacias, myrtles, and olive trees. I will set cypresses in the desert, elms and boxwood together, so that all may see and know, may consider and understand, that the hand of the LORD has done this and the Holy One of Israel has created it.” |
Isaiah 60:13 Summary
[Isaiah 60:13 is a beautiful picture of God's promise to bring glory and splendor to His people, using the rich resources of Lebanon to adorn His sanctuary, just as He promises to bring the wealth of the nations to His city in Isaiah 60:11. This verse reminds us that God's presence is what brings true beauty and worth to our lives, and that He desires to dwell among His people, as seen in Exodus 25:8. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask God to help us prepare our hearts to be a sanctuary for His presence, and to trust Him to bring about His promises of restoration and glorification, just as He promises in Isaiah 61:3.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Lebanon's glory in Isaiah 60:13?
The glory of Lebanon refers to the rich cedar and other trees that will be used to beautify God's sanctuary, symbolizing the wealth and splendor that will be brought to God's people, as seen in Isaiah 60:11 where the wealth of the nations will be brought into the city.
What does the phrase 'the place of My feet' mean in this verse?
The phrase 'the place of My feet' is a reference to the temple or sanctuary where God dwells, as seen in Ezekiel 43:7, and God promises to glorify this place, emphasizing His presence and honor.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of Isaiah 60?
Isaiah 60:13 is part of a larger vision of God's restoration and glorification of His people, where the city of God will be exalted and the nations will come to worship Him, as seen in Isaiah 60:14-15 where the sons of oppressors will bow down and the city will be an everlasting pride.
What is the ultimate goal of God's glorification of His sanctuary?
The ultimate goal is to bring honor and worship to God, as seen in Psalm 96:8, where the nations are called to ascribe to the Lord the glory due to His name, and to bring His people into a deeper relationship with Him, as promised in Isaiah 60:19-20 where God will be their everlasting light.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God's glory can be reflected in my life and worship, just as the glory of Lebanon will adorn God's sanctuary?
- How can I prepare my heart to be a sanctuary for God's presence, just as the temple was prepared with precious materials?
- What are some areas in my life where I need God's glorification and restoration, and how can I trust Him to bring about His promises?
- In what ways can I participate in God's mission to bring the wealth of the nations to His sanctuary, as seen in Isaiah 60:11?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 60:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 60:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 60:13
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 60:13
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 60:13
Sermons on Isaiah 60:13
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The Day of the Seventh Angel by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by praying for the congregation to be vigilant and alert in the face of conflict in the coming year. He emphasizes the importance of putting on |
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Hang It on the Wall - a Place for God's Feet in Your Heart by Major Ian Thomas | Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the need to give Jesus a rightful place in our hearts rather than relegating Him to mere tradition or decoration, akin to hanging items on a wall. He il |
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On Christian Motives by Thomas Reade | Thomas Reade preaches about the importance of examining the motives behind our actions in Christianity, emphasizing the need to act from a place of faith and love rather than seeki |
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The Message of Psalms by G. Campbell Morgan | G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes the profound truths about worship as revealed in the Psalms, highlighting the conception of God as Jehovah, Elohim, and Adonahy, which compels worship |
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Our Supreme Concern by John Vissers | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the nature and motivation for mission. He starts by emphasizing the importance of declaring the praise and glory of God, as commanded in Psalm |
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Strength and Beauty by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller emphasizes the intertwined nature of strength and beauty in a Christian's character, arguing that true nobility arises from the combination of both qualities. He illust |
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(Rebuilding the House of the Lord) 4. a New Phase as Ezra Appears by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the journey of the Israelites from Babylon to Jerusalem, which took them four months on foot. Despite the risks of being robbed or ambushed, t |







