Isaiah 66:10
Isaiah 66:10 in Multiple Translations
Be glad for Jerusalem and rejoice over her, all who love her. Rejoice greatly with her, all who mourn over her,
Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her:
Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad for her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn over her;
Have joy with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all you her lovers: take part in her joy, all you who are sorrowing for her:
Celebrate with Jerusalem and be happy for her, everyone who loves her; celebrate with her and sing for joy, everyone who mourns over her.
Reioyce ye with Ierusalem, and be gladde with her, all ye that loue her: reioyce for ioy with her, all ye that mourne for her,
Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, And be glad in her, all ye loving her, Rejoice ye with her for joy, All ye are mourning for her,
“Rejoice with Jerusalem, and be glad for her, all you who love her. Rejoice for joy with her, all you who mourn over her;
Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her:
Rejoice with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all you that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all you that mourn for her.
You people in [APO] Jerusalem, rejoice! And all you people who love Jerusalem should also be happy. You people who were sad because of what happened to Jerusalem, you should now be glad.
Berean Amplified Bible — Isaiah 66:10
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Isaiah 66:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שִׂמְח֧וּ
אֶת
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֛ם
וְ/גִ֥ילוּ
בָ֖/הּ
כָּל
אֹהֲבֶ֑י/הָ
שִׂ֤ישׂוּ
אִתָּ/הּ֙
מָשׂ֔וֹשׂ
כָּל
הַ/מִּֽתְאַבְּלִ֖ים
עָלֶֽי/הָ
שִׂמְח֧וּ
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֛ם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
Jerusalem
N-proper
וְ/גִ֥ילוּ
gîyl
H1523
to rejoice
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2mp
בָ֖/הּ
Prep | Suff
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
אֹהֲבֶ֑י/הָ
ʼâhab
H157
to love
V-Qal | Suff
שִׂ֤ישׂוּ
sûws
H7797
to rejoice
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
אִתָּ/הּ֙
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
מָשׂ֔וֹשׂ
mâsôws
H4885
rejoicing
N-ms
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הַ/מִּֽתְאַבְּלִ֖ים
ʼâbal
H56
to mourn
Art | V-Hithpael
עָלֶֽי/הָ
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 66:10
שִׂמְח֧וּ
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
אֶת
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֛ם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
"Jerusalem"
N-proper
Jerusalem is the capital city of Palestine, also known as the city of peace. It was the chief city of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split.
Definition: § Jerusalem = "teaching of peace" the chief city of Palestine and capital of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split
Usage: Occurs in 600 OT verses. KJV: Jerusalem. See also: Joshua 10:1; 2 Kings 22:14; 2 Chronicles 24:6.
וְ/גִ֥ילוּ
gîyl
H1523
"to rejoice"
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2mp
This Hebrew word means to rejoice or be glad, often expressing strong emotions like joy or fear, as seen in the KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, exult, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to tremble (from fear)
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: be glad, joy, be joyful, rejoice. See also: 1 Chronicles 16:31; Proverbs 23:25; Psalms 2:11.
בָ֖/הּ
""
Prep | Suff
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
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.
אֹהֲבֶ֑י/הָ
ʼâhab
H157
"to love"
V-Qal | Suff
To love means to have affection for someone or something, including family, romance, or God. It can also describe being a friend or having appetite for things like food or wisdom.
Definition: : lover 1) to love 1a) (Qal) 1a1) human love for another, includes family, and sexual 1a2) human appetite for objects such as food, drink, sleep, wisdom 1a3) human love for or to God 1a4) act of being a friend 1a4a) lover (participle) 1a4b) friend (participle) 1a5) God's love toward man 1a5a) to individual men 1a5b) to people Israel 1a5c) to righteousness 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) lovely (participle) 1b2) loveable (participle) 1c) (Piel) 1c1) friends 1c2) lovers (fig. of adulterers) 2) to like Also means: a.hav (אָהֵב ": friend" H0157H)
Usage: Occurs in 195 OT verses. KJV: (be-) love(-d, -ly, -r), like, friend. See also: Genesis 22:2; Psalms 116:1; Psalms 4:3.
שִׂ֤ישׂוּ
sûws
H7797
"to rejoice"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
This Hebrew word means to feel joyful or cheerful, like a bright and happy feeling. It appears in the Bible when people are celebrating or giving thanks. In the KJV, it is often translated as 'rejoice' or 'be glad'.
Definition: 1) to exult, rejoice 1a) (Qal) to exult, display joy
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: be glad, [idiom] greatly, joy, make mirth, rejoice. See also: Deuteronomy 28:63; Isaiah 61:10; Psalms 19:6.
אִתָּ/הּ֙
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
מָשׂ֔וֹשׂ
mâsôws
H4885
"rejoicing"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means a feeling of great joy or delight, like the rejoicing in Psalm 16:11. It's about being happy and celebrating something good. In the Bible, it often describes a positive emotional state.
Definition: exultation, joy, rejoicing
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: joy, mirth, rejoice. See also: Job 8:19; Isaiah 62:5; Psalms 48:3.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
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.
הַ/מִּֽתְאַבְּלִ֖ים
ʼâbal
H56
"to mourn"
Art | V-Hithpael
To mourn or lament, as seen in human and inanimate objects, like gates or land, and used in various forms in the Bible.
Definition: 1) to mourn, lament 1a) (Qal) to mourn, lament 1a1) of humans 1a2) of inanimate objects (fig.) 1a2a) of gates 1a2b) of land 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to mourn, cause to mourn (fig.) 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to mourn 1c2) play the mourner
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: lament, mourn. See also: Genesis 37:34; Isaiah 33:9; Isaiah 3:26.
עָלֶֽי/הָ
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
Study Notes — Isaiah 66:10
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 66:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 66:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 66:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 66:10
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 66:10
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 66:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 66:10
- Sermons on Isaiah 66:10
Context — Rejoice with Jerusalem
8Who has heard of such as this? Who has seen such things? Can a country be born in a day or a nation be delivered in an instant? Yet as soon as Zion was in labor, she gave birth to her children.
9Shall I bring a baby to the point of birth and not deliver it?” says the LORD. “Or will I who deliver close the womb?” says your God.
10Be glad for Jerusalem and rejoice over her, all who love her. Rejoice greatly with her, all who mourn over her,
11so that you may nurse and be satisfied at her comforting breasts; you may drink deeply and delight yourselves in her glorious abundance. 12For this is what the LORD says: “I will extend peace to her like a river, and the wealth of nations like a flowing stream; you will nurse and be carried on her arm, and bounced upon her knees.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 26:8 | O LORD, I love the house where You dwell, the place where Your glory resides. |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 32:43 | Rejoice, O heavens, with Him, and let all God’s angels worship Him. Rejoice, O nations, with His people; for He will avenge the blood of His children. He will take vengeance on His adversaries and repay those who hate Him; He will cleanse His land and His people. |
| 3 | Psalms 137:6 | May my tongue cling to the roof of my mouth if I do not remember you, if I do not exalt Jerusalem as my greatest joy! |
| 4 | Ezekiel 9:4 | “Go throughout the city of Jerusalem,” said the LORD, “and put a mark on the foreheads of the men sighing and groaning over all the abominations committed there.” |
| 5 | Isaiah 65:18 | But be glad and rejoice forever in what I create; for I will create Jerusalem to be a joy and its people to be a delight. |
| 6 | John 16:20–22 | Truly, truly, I tell you, you will weep and wail while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy. A woman has pain in childbirth because her time has come; but when she brings forth her child, she forgets her anguish because of her joy that a child has been born into the world. So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. |
| 7 | Psalms 122:6 | Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you prosper. |
| 8 | Isaiah 44:23 | Sing for joy, O heavens, for the LORD has done this; shout aloud, O depths of the earth. Break forth in song, O mountains, you forests and all your trees. For the LORD has redeemed Jacob, and revealed His glory in Israel. |
| 9 | Isaiah 61:2–3 | to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, 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. |
| 10 | Psalms 84:1–4 | How lovely is Your dwelling place, O LORD of Hosts! My soul longs, even faints, for the courts of the LORD; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she places her young near Your altars, O LORD of Hosts, my King and my God. How blessed are those who dwell in Your house! They are ever praising You. Selah |
Isaiah 66:10 Summary
[This verse is calling us to be happy for Jerusalem and to celebrate with those who love the city. It's like when someone you care about is finally happy and successful, and you get to share in their joy. As it says in Psalm 122:6, we are to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, and when we do, we can rejoice in the knowledge that God is working to restore and bless the city, just like He promises in Jeremiah 29:11.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'rejoice over' Jerusalem in Isaiah 66:10?
To rejoice over Jerusalem means to celebrate and take great joy in the city's prosperity and God's presence there, as seen in Psalm 137:5-6, where the psalmist expresses his love for Jerusalem and remembers it above all his joys.
Who are the ones who 'mourn over her' in this verse?
Those who mourn over Jerusalem are likely the faithful believers who have been sorrowful over the city's sins and sufferings, but now can rejoice in her restoration, similar to the lamenting in Lamentations 1:1-2, but now finding hope in Jeremiah 31:13.
Is this verse only for the Israelites or can all believers relate to it?
While the immediate context is Jerusalem and Israel, all believers can relate to this verse as they are called to love and pray for the peace of Jerusalem, as seen in Psalm 122:6, and to rejoice in the ultimate restoration of all things, as promised in Revelation 21:1-4.
How does this verse fit into the larger picture of God's plan?
This verse is part of God's promise to restore and bless Jerusalem, which is a key part of His plan to redeem and restore all of creation, as seen in Romans 8:18-25, where all creation waits for the revelation of the sons of God.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to 'love' Jerusalem, and how can I demonstrate that love in my life?
- In what ways can I 'rejoice greatly' with those who have been mourning, and how can I bring joy to those who are suffering?
- How does this verse challenge my perspective on suffering and restoration, and what hope can I find in it for my own life?
- What are some ways I can pray for the peace and prosperity of Jerusalem, and how can I be a part of God's plan to bless the city and its people?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 66:10
Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her,.... The church; she bringing forth so many spiritual children to Christ; just as, when a woman is delivered of a child, her friends and neighbours
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 66:10
Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her: Rejoice ye with Jerusalem ... all ye that love her ... all ye that mourn
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 66:10
There is nothing more ordinary amongst men, than for friends and neighbours to meet together with their friends recovered from affliction, or brought into a better state, to rejoice with them, especially such friends as in their afflictions have mourned with them. Thus Mary, , went to rejoice with Elisabeth, and Job’ s friends came to rejoice with him, . The prophet in like manner calls to all the friends of Jerusalem, especially such as in the days of her affliction had mourned for her, to come and rejoice and be glad with her, upon the prospect of her better state after the Babylonish captivity; or at least in the time of the Messiah; for though joy and gladness be the affection of the soul that works upon its union with its desirable object, and the deliverance of the people out of Babylon was not to be for many years after this, nor the Messiah to come for many years after that; yet faith being the evidence of things not seen, there is a rejoicing of hope, hope giving the soul a union with its object hoped for; and these things were now present to believers, who by faith called the things that were not as if they were, because they had the security of a Divine revelation for them, and they were already existent in their necessary causes.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 66:10
Isaiah 66:10 Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her:Ver. 10. Rejoice ye with Jerusalem.] As friends use to do with her that is newly made a mother. Rejoice for joy with her.] Out of the Church there is no solid joy. See Hosea 9:1. Others may revel, the godly only rejoice; their joy is not that of the mouth, but of the heart - nec in labris nascitur sed fibris; it doth not only smooth the brow, but fills the breast; wet the mouth, but warm the heart, &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 66:10
(10) Rejoice ye with Jerusalem . . .—The holy city is still thought of as a mother rejoicing in her new-born child; friends and neighbours (i e., the nations friendly to Israel) who had shown pity for her sufferings are now invited to participate in her joy.
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 66:10
10, 11. Invitation to the sorrowing children of Zion to rejoice in their mother’s consolation.
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 66:10
Rejoice ye with Jerusalem - The idea which is presented in this verse is, that it is the duty of all who love Zion to sympathize in her joys.
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 66:10
10, 11. Rejoice ye with Jerusalem — “Jerusalem is now a happy mother, rejoicing that a son is born to her — a birth which really means a nation — a new and world-embracing Zion.
Sermons on Isaiah 66:10
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Hebron Silver Jubilee - Part 2 by Bakht Singh | In this sermon, the Lord's servant emphasizes the importance of having a genuine love for God's house. He refers to a scripture from Psalm 26:8, which states, "Lord, I have loved t |
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Hebron Dedication - Part 1 by Bakht Singh | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a sincere love for the house of God. They express the belief that this building is not meant for the glory or failur |
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Hebron Dedication - Part 2 by Bakht Singh | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a genuine love for God's house. He repeatedly expresses his love for the place and habitation of God's house. The sp |
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Are You on God's Side? by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on his forty years of preaching and the impact it has had on people's lives. He emphasizes that he cannot save anyone, but believes in the pow |
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When the Wicked Shall Have Filled Up the Measure of Their Sin, Wrath Will Come Upon Them to the Uttermost by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the consequences of continuing in sin and filling up the measure of one's sins, leading to the ultimate wrath of God coming upon them to the uttermo |
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Homily 28 on Romans by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on Romans 15:8, emphasizing how Jesus Christ, as a Minister of the circumcision, fulfilled the promises made to the fathers, showing His concern for both J |
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The Sweetness of Knowing Christ by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a man who finds himself in a room with a dog after being beaten and tied up. The man is initially afraid of the dog, but as they sp |