Isaiah 60:21
Isaiah 60:21 in Multiple Translations
Then all your people will be righteous; they will possess the land forever; they are the branch of My planting, the work of My hands, so that I may be glorified.
Thy people also shall be all righteous: they shall inherit the land for ever, the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified.
Thy people also shall be all righteous; they shall inherit the land for ever, the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified.
Your people will all be upright, the land will be their heritage for ever; the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, to be for my glory.
All your people will be good, and they will own the land forever. They are the shoot I have planted with my hands, and they will reveal my glory.
Thy people also shalbe all righteous: they shall possesse the land for euer, the grasse of my planting shalbe the worke of mine handes, that I may be glorified.
And thy people [are] all of them righteous, To the age they possess the earth, A branch of My planting, A work of My hands, to be beautified.
Then your people will all be righteous. They will inherit the land forever, the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified.
Thy people also shall be all righteous: they shall inherit the land for ever, the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified.
And thy people shall be all just, they shall inherit the land for ever, the branch of my planting, the work of my hand to glorify me.
Your people will all be righteous, and they will occupy the land forever, because I myself have put you there like people plant trees [MET] in order that you will show others that I am very great.
Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 60:21
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Isaiah 60:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/עַמֵּ/ךְ֙
כֻּלָּ֣/ם
צַדִּיקִ֔ים
לְ/עוֹלָ֖ם
יִ֣ירְשׁוּ
אָ֑רֶץ
נֵ֧צֶר
מטע/ו
מַטָּעַ֛/י
מַעֲשֵׂ֥ה
יָדַ֖/י
לְ/הִתְפָּאֵֽר
וְ/עַמֵּ/ךְ֙
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Conj | N-ms | Suff
כֻּלָּ֣/ם
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms | Suff
צַדִּיקִ֔ים
tsaddîyq
H6662
righteous
Adj
לְ/עוֹלָ֖ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
Prep | N-ms
יִ֣ירְשׁוּ
yârash
H3423
to possess
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
אָ֑רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
N-cs
נֵ֧צֶר
nêtser
H5342
branch
N-ms
מטע/ו
maṭṭâʻ
H4302
plantation
N-ms | Suff
מַטָּעַ֛/י
maṭṭâʻ
H4302
plantation
N-mp | Suff
מַעֲשֵׂ֥ה
maʻăseh
H4639
deed
N-ms
יָדַ֖/י
yâd
H3027
hand
N-cd | Suff
לְ/הִתְפָּאֵֽר
pâʼar
H6286
to beautify
Prep | V-Hithpael-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 60:21
וְ/עַמֵּ/ךְ֙
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Conj | N-ms | Suff
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
כֻּלָּ֣/ם
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms | Suff
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
צַדִּיקִ֔ים
tsaddîyq
H6662
"righteous"
Adj
Means being just or righteous, as seen in government, personal conduct, or character, often describing someone made right with God. It appears in descriptions of King David and other biblical leaders. The concept is central to the Bible's teachings on morality and ethics.
Definition: 1) just, lawful, righteous 1a) just, righteous (in government) 1b) just, right (in one's cause) 1c) just, righteous (in conduct and character) 1d) righteous (as justified and vindicated by God) 1e) right, correct, lawful
Usage: Occurs in 197 OT verses. KJV: just, lawful, righteous (man). See also: Genesis 6:9; Proverbs 10:31; Psalms 1:5.
לְ/עוֹלָ֖ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
Prep | N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
יִ֣ירְשׁוּ
yârash
H3423
"to possess"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To possess means to take control of something, like a piece of land, by driving out others and occupying it. This word is used in the Bible to describe inheriting property or seizing power.
Definition: : possess/inherit 1) to seize, dispossess, take possession off, inherit, disinherit, occupy, impoverish, be an heir 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take possession of 1a2) to inherit 1a3) to impoverish, come to poverty, be poor 1b) (Niphal) to be dispossessed, be impoverished, come to poverty 1c) (Piel) to devour 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to possess or inherit 1d2) to cause others to possess or inherit 1d3) to impoverish 1d4) to dispossess 1d5) to destroy, bring to ruin, disinherit
Usage: Occurs in 204 OT verses. KJV: cast out, consume, destroy, disinherit, dispossess, drive(-ing) out, enjoy, expel, [idiom] without fail, (give to, leave for) inherit(-ance, -or) [phrase] magistrate, be (make) poor, come to poverty, (give to, make to) possess, get (have) in (take) possession, seize upon, succeed, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 15:3; Joshua 15:63; Psalms 25:13.
אָ֑רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
נֵ֧צֶר
nêtser
H5342
"branch"
N-ms
A branch or sprout is what this word describes, like the branch of Jesse in Isaiah 11:1, symbolizing a new descendant of King David, Jesus.
Definition: sprout, shoot, branch (always fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: branch. See also: Isaiah 11:1; Isaiah 60:21; Isaiah 14:19.
מטע/ו
maṭṭâʻ
H4302
"plantation"
N-ms | Suff
Matta refers to a plantation or garden, and can also describe the act of planting something. It is translated as plant or plantation in the Bible. This word is used to describe a place where things are cultivated and grown.
Definition: 1) place or act of planting, planting, plantation 1a) planting place 1b) act of planting 1c) plantation
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: plant(-ation, -ing). See also: Isaiah 60:21; Ezekiel 31:4; Isaiah 61:3.
מַטָּעַ֛/י
maṭṭâʻ
H4302
"plantation"
N-mp | Suff
Matta refers to a plantation or garden, and can also describe the act of planting something. It is translated as plant or plantation in the Bible. This word is used to describe a place where things are cultivated and grown.
Definition: 1) place or act of planting, planting, plantation 1a) planting place 1b) act of planting 1c) plantation
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: plant(-ation, -ing). See also: Isaiah 60:21; Ezekiel 31:4; Isaiah 61:3.
מַעֲשֵׂ֥ה
maʻăseh
H4639
"deed"
N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to an action or deed, which can be good or bad. It is used to describe various activities, such as work, business, or achievements. The KJV translates it as act, deed, or labor.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) deed, work 1a) deed, thing done, act 1b) work, labour 1c) business, pursuit 1d) undertaking, enterprise 1e) achievement 1f) deeds, works (of deliverance and judgment) 1g) work, thing made 1h) work (of God) 1i) product
Usage: Occurs in 221 OT verses. KJV: act, art, [phrase] bakemeat, business, deed, do(-ing), labor, thing made, ware of making, occupation, thing offered, operation, possession, [idiom] well, (handy-, needle-, net-) work(ing, -manship), wrought. See also: Genesis 5:29; Job 1:10; Psalms 8:4.
יָדַ֖/י
yâd
H3027
"hand"
N-cd | Suff
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
לְ/הִתְפָּאֵֽר
pâʼar
H6286
"to beautify"
Prep | V-Hithpael-Inf-a
This verb means to make something beautiful or to boast about oneself. It can also mean to explain or make something clear. In the Bible, it is used to describe pride or beauty. The KJV translates it as 'beautify' or 'glorify'.
Definition: 1) to glorify, beautify, adorn 1a) (Piel) to glorify, beautify 1b) (Hithpael) 1b1) to glorify oneself 1b2) to get glory to oneself, be glorified
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: beautify, boast self, go over the boughs, glorify (self), glory, vaunt self. See also: Exodus 8:5; Isaiah 49:3; Psalms 149:4.
Study Notes — Isaiah 60:21
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- Isaiah 60:21 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 60:21
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 60:21
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 60:21
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 60:21
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
- Sermons on Isaiah 60:21
Context — Future Glory for Zion
19No longer will the sun be your light by day, nor the brightness of the moon shine on your night; for the LORD will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your splendor.
20Your sun will no longer set, and your moon will not wane; for the LORD will be your everlasting light, and the days of your sorrow will cease.
21Then all your people will be righteous; they will possess the land forever; they are the branch of My planting, the work of My hands, so that I may be glorified.
22The least of you will become a thousand, and the smallest a mighty nation. I am the LORD; in its time I will accomplish it quickly.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 15:13 | But Jesus replied, “Every plant that My heavenly Father has not planted will be pulled up by its roots. |
| 2 | Psalms 37:22 | Surely those He blesses will inherit the land, but the cursed will be destroyed. |
| 3 | Psalms 37:11 | But the meek will inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity. |
| 4 | Isaiah 29:23 | For when he sees his children around him, the work of My hands, they will honor My name, they will sanctify the Holy One of Jacob, and they will stand in awe of the God of Israel. |
| 5 | John 15:2 | He cuts off every branch in Me that bears no fruit, and every branch that does bear fruit, He prunes to make it even more fruitful. |
| 6 | Isaiah 61:3 | to console the mourners in Zion— to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. |
| 7 | Psalms 92:13 | Planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. |
| 8 | Matthew 5:5 | Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. |
| 9 | Ephesians 2:7 | in order that in the coming ages He might display the surpassing riches of His grace, demonstrated by His kindness to us in Christ Jesus. |
| 10 | Isaiah 45:11 | Thus says the LORD, the Holy One of Israel, and its Maker: “How dare you question Me about My sons, or instruct Me in the work of My hands? |
Isaiah 60:21 Summary
[Isaiah 60:21 tells us that one day, all of God's people will live righteously and have a forever home, just like it says in Psalms 37:29. This is because God has carefully planted and shaped us to be His own, as seen in Jeremiah 32:41. He wants us to shine for Him so that everyone can see how wonderful He is (Matthew 5:16). By living for God and trusting in His promises, we can reflect His love and light to the world, even in difficult times.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that all God's people will be righteous in Isaiah 60:21?
This means that every person who belongs to God will live a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Psalms 1:1-3, and will be guided by His righteousness, as written in Romans 3:21-22.
How can we be sure that God's people will possess the land forever?
This promise is rooted in God's covenant with His people, as stated in Genesis 17:8 and reiterated in Ezekiel 37:25, demonstrating His faithfulness and commitment to those who are His.
What is the significance of being called 'the branch of My planting, the work of My hands'?
This phrase signifies that God has carefully and intentionally cultivated His people, much like a gardener tends to a branch, as seen in John 15:1-5, and has shaped them for His purposes, as expressed in Ephesians 2:10.
Why does God desire to be glorified through His people?
God's ultimate goal is for His people to reflect His glory and character, as stated in Isaiah 43:7, so that through them, others may come to know and worship Him, as written in 1 Peter 2:9-10.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to be considered 'righteous' in God's eyes, and how can I live out this righteousness in my daily life?
- How can I trust in God's promise to give His people a lasting inheritance, even when faced with uncertainty or hardship?
- In what ways can I allow God to 'plant' and 'prune' me, as a branch, so that I may bear fruit for His glory?
- What are some practical ways I can glorify God in my thoughts, words, and actions, reflecting His character to those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 60:21
Thy people also shall be all righteous,.... That is, the church's people, or the members of the church; otherwise the Lord's people, who are truly so, always were, and ever will be, all righteous;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 60:21
Thy people also shall be all righteous: they shall inherit the land for ever, the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
Thy people also shall be all righteous, i.e. the greater part; the word in this use hath been shown frequently; or, altogether righteous, completely righteous. As this respects the Jews, the sense may be, they went into captivity wicked, but most of them being dead, and many of the survivors tarrying behind, they that are returned are said to be righteous, 4:4: but principally as it respects the church, they shall be all saints, either by profession, as Paul calls them frequently saints by calling; or rather by an inherent righteousness, or perfectly by the imputed righteousness of Christ: See Poole "". They shall inherit the land for ever, i.e. for a long time, as you have many instances; and this is spoken, lest that poor remnant should be afraid of being driven out again; but with reference to the church, that they should for ever be continued as God’ s peculiar people. The branch of my planting; put by apposition, viz. Thy people being of my planting, and so also the next clause, the work of my hands, and therefore cannot miscarry, being what I shall take delight in; and thus the children of God are said to be his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus, . That I may be glorified; either that I may make them glorious in being thus planted, or myself glorious in thus planting them.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
Isaiah 60:21 Thy people also [shall be] all righteous: they shall inherit the land for ever, the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I may be glorified.Ver. 21. Thy people also shall be all righteous.] Professional saints at least they shall all be, - saints by calling; some of them also shall be really righteous and religious, justified by the merit, and sanctified by the Spirit of Christ. And these together make up a true visible Church, such as was that of Corinth and of Sardis. A mixture there will be to the world’ s end. They shall inherit the land for ever.] Those that are righteous indeed, are heirs of the world together with faithful Abraham. The meek shall inherit the earth; and as for the poor in spirit, theirs is the kingdom of heaven. The branch of my planting.] So may some be that yet bear no fruit. The work of my hands.] By regeneration. And so are such as are sanctified by habitual infusion, and not by baptismal profession only. In both sorts God is glorified.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
(21) Thy people also shall be all righteous . . .—The city is to realise the as yet unfulfilled ideal of Psalms 15 and Psalms 21:5 Evil will be blotted out, and, therefore, there will be no forfeiture of the inheritance. In the “branch” we have the words which had been prominent in Isaiah 11:1, and which is now extended from the ideal representative of the nation to the whole body of the people.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
Verse 21. Of my planting] מטעי mattai; so, with the Keri, read forty-four MSS. (seven ancient) and six editions; with which agree the Syriac, Chaldee, and Vulgate.
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 60:21
21, 22. The community, composed exclusively of righteous persons, shall possess the land for ever; and Jehovah shall be glorified in them. inherit] Better: possess. the branch of my planting] i.e. “which I have planted.” Cf. ch. Isaiah 61:3. The word for branch denotes strictly a “shoot”; so also in ch. Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 14:19. For the figure cf. ch. Isaiah 5:7.
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 60:21
Thy people also shall be all righteous - (See the notes at Isaiah 4:2). They shall inherit the land for ever - (See the notes at Isaiah 49:8; Isaiah 54:3; compare Isaiah 65:9; Matthew 5:5).
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 60:21
21. Thy people… all righteous — Because true disciples of the Lord. Isaiah 26:2. They shall inherit the land — Or, as St.
Sermons on Isaiah 60:21
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Can These Dry Bones Live by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the church's role in reaching out to the Jewish people. He shares his personal journey of coming to recognize the significa |
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Ezekiel 37 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a conversation he had with a former Marxist who showed him kindness and patience. The speaker was intrigued by the person's constant mention |
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The Incarnation Part 11 - "The Last Two Prophecies" by Charles Alexander | Charles Alexander delves into the second chapter of Matthew, exploring the prophetic scriptures that foretold the birth and identity of Jesus Christ. He highlights the reactions of |
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Sanctification: 1. a Pure Spirit by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the significance of sanctification, particularly the need for a pure spirit in our relationship with God. He highlights that true worship must come from the s |
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(Through the Bible) Matthew 14-15 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker shares two stories from the Bible to illustrate important lessons. The first story is about Jesus feeding the multitude with just a few loaves and fishe |
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Some Things Every Preacher Needs to Know by Lester Roloff | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a disciplined and dedicated life. He encourages the audience to prioritize their time and not waste it on worldly a |
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Avoid the Deadly Errors of the Docetae by Ignatius of Antioch | Ignatius of Antioch warns the congregation to avoid false teachings and evil influences, specifically mentioning individuals like Simon, Menander, Basilides, Nicolaitanes, Theodotu |