Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version In love a throne will be established; in faithfulness a man will sit on it— one from the house of David— one who in judging seeks justice and speeds the cause of righteousness. New Living Translation then God will establish one of David’s descendants as king. He will rule with mercy and truth. He will always do what is just and be eager to do what is right. English Standard Version then a throne will be established in steadfast love, and on it will sit in faithfulness in the tent of David one who judges and seeks justice and is swift to do righteousness.” Berean Standard Bible in loving devotion a throne will be established in the tent of David. A judge seeking justice and hastening righteousness will sit on it in faithfulness. King James Bible And in mercy shall the throne be established: and he shall sit upon it in truth in the tabernacle of David, judging, and seeking judgment, and hasting righteousness. New King James Version In mercy the throne will be established; And One will sit on it in truth, in the tabernacle of David, Judging and seeking justice and hastening righteousness.” New American Standard Bible A throne will be established in faithfulness, And a judge will sit on it in trustworthiness in the tent of David; Moreover, he will seek justice, And be prompt in righteousness. NASB 1995 A throne will even be established in lovingkindness, And a judge will sit on it in faithfulness in the tent of David; Moreover, he will seek justice And be prompt in righteousness. NASB 1977 A throne will even be established in lovingkindness, And a judge will sit on it in faithfulness in the tent of David; Moreover, he will seek justice And be prompt in righteousness. Legacy Standard Bible And a throne will be established in lovingkindness, And a judge will sit on it in truth in the tent of David; Moreover, he will seek justice And be prompt in righteousness. Amplified Bible A throne will be established in lovingkindness, And One will sit on it in faithfulness in the tent (dynasty, family) of David; Judging and seeking justice And being prompt to do righteousness. Christian Standard Bible a throne will be established in love, and one will sit on it faithfully in the tent of David, judging and pursuing what is right, quick to execute justice. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then in the tent of David a throne will be established by faithful love. A judge who seeks what is right and is quick to execute justice will sit on the throne forever. American Standard Version And a throne shall be established in lovingkindness; and one shall sit thereon in truth, in the tent of David, judging, and seeking justice, and swift to do righteousness. Contemporary English Version Then a kingdom of love will be set up, and someone from David's family will rule with fairness. He will do what is right and quickly bring justice. English Revised Version And a throne shall be established in mercy, and one shall sit thereon in truth, in the tent of David; judging, and seeking judgment, and swift to do righteousness. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then the LORD will set up a trusted king. He will rule faithfully. He is from the tent of David. He judges and searches for justice. He is quick to do what is right. Good News Translation Then one of David's descendants will be king, and he will rule the people with faithfulness and love. He will be quick to do what is right, and he will see that justice is done.) International Standard Version then a throne will be established in gracious love, and there will sit in faithfulness— in the Tent of David— one who judges, seeks justice, and is swift to do what is right." Majority Standard Bible in loving devotion a throne will be established in the tent of David. A judge seeking justice and hastening righteousness will sit on it in faithfulness. NET Bible Then a trustworthy king will be established; he will rule in a reliable manner, this one from David's family. He will be sure to make just decisions and will be experienced in executing justice. New Heart English Bible A throne will be established in loving kindness. One will sit on it in truth, in the tent of David, judging, seeking justice, and swift to do righteousness. Webster's Bible Translation And in mercy shall the throne be established: and he shall sit upon it in truth in the tabernacle of David, judging, and seeking judgment, and hasting righteousness. World English Bible A throne will be established in loving kindness. One will sit on it in truth, in the tent of David, judging, seeking justice, and swift to do righteousness. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the throne is established in kindness, "" And [One] has sat on it in truth, in the tent of David, "" Judging and seeking judgment, and hastening righteousness. Young's Literal Translation And established in kindness is the throne, And one hath sat on it in truth, in the tent of David, Judging and seeking judgment, and hasting righteousness. Smith's Literal Translation And the throne was set up in mercy: and he sat upon it in truth in the tent of David, judging and seeking judgment, and hastening justice. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd a throne shall be prepared in mercy, and one shall sit upon it in truth in the tabernacle of David, judging and seeking judgment and quickly rendering that which is just. Catholic Public Domain Version And a throne will be prepared in mercy, and One shall sit upon it in truth, in the tabernacle of David, judging and seeking judgment, and quickly repaying what is just. New American Bible A throne shall be set up in mercy, and on it shall sit in fidelity, in David’s tent, A judge upholding right, prompt to do justice. New Revised Standard Version then a throne shall be established in steadfast love in the tent of David, and on it shall sit in faithfulness a ruler who seeks justice and is swift to do what is right. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleIn mercy shall a throne be established, and he shall sit upon it, in truth in the tabernacle of David, a judge who seeks justice and hastens righteousness. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he will establish the throne by grace and he shall sit upon it in truth, in the tabernacle of David, a Judge, and he who tracks down judgment and hastens righteousness OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And a throne is established through mercy, And there sitteth thereon in truth, in the tent of David, One that judgeth, and seeketh justice, and is ready in righteousness. Brenton Septuagint Translation And a throne shall be established with mercy; and one shall sit upon it with truth in the tabernacle of David, judging, and earnestly seeking judgements, and hasting righteousness. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Prophecy of Moab's Devastation…4Let my fugitives stay with you; be a refuge for Moab from the destroyer.” When the oppressor has gone, destruction has ceased, and the oppressors have vanished from the land, 5in loving devotion a throne will be established in the tent of David. A judge seeking justice and hastening righteousness will sit on it in faithfulness. 6We have heard of Moab’s pomposity, his exceeding pride and conceit, his overflowing arrogance. But his boasting is empty.… Cross References Jeremiah 23:5-6 Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. / In His days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is His name by which He will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness. Isaiah 9:6-7 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. / Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. Psalm 89:3-4 You said, “I have made a covenant with My chosen one, I have sworn to David My servant: / ‘I will establish your offspring forever and build up your throne for all generations.’” Selah 2 Samuel 7:12-13 And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. Micah 5:2 But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come forth for Me One to be ruler over Israel—One whose origins are of old, from the days of eternity. Jeremiah 33:15-16 In those days and at that time I will cause to sprout for David a righteous Branch, and He will administer justice and righteousness in the land. / In those days Judah will be saved, and Jerusalem will dwell securely, and this is the name by which it will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness. Zechariah 9:9 Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. Psalm 72:1-2 Of Solomon. Endow the king with Your justice, O God, and the son of the king with Your righteousness. / May he judge Your people with righteousness and Your afflicted with justice. Isaiah 11:1-5 Then a shoot will spring up from the stump of Jesse, and a Branch from his roots will bear fruit. / The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. / And He will delight in the fear of the LORD. He will not judge by what His eyes see, and He will not decide by what His ears hear, ... Ezekiel 34:23-24 I will appoint over them one shepherd, My servant David, and he will feed them. He will feed them and be their shepherd. / I, the LORD, will be their God, and My servant David will be a prince among them. I, the LORD, have spoken. Matthew 1:1 This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: Luke 1:32-33 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, / and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” Matthew 21:5 “Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your King comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’” John 1:49 “Rabbi,” Nathanael answered, “You are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!” Revelation 5:5 Then one of the elders said to me, “Do not weep! Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed to open the scroll and its seven seals.” Treasury of Scripture And in mercy shall the throne be established: and he shall sit on it in truth in the tabernacle of David, judging, and seeking judgment, and hastening righteousness. in mercy Psalm 61:6,7 Thou wilt prolong the king's life: and his years as many generations… Psalm 85:10 Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other. Psalm 89:1,2,14 Maschil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations… established. Isaiah 9:6,7 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counseller, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace… 2 Samuel 5:9 So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward. 2 Samuel 7:16 And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever. judging Isaiah 11:1-5 And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots: … Isaiah 32:1,2 Behold, a king shall reign in righteousness, and princes shall rule in judgment… 2 Samuel 23:3 The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God. hasting 2 Peter 3:11,12 Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, … Jump to Previous Cause David Established Faithfulness Hastening Hasting Judge Judgeth Judging Judgment Justice Kindness King's Loving Mercy Moreover Prompt Quick Ready Righteousness Sat Seat Seated Seek Seeketh Seeking Sit Sitteth Steadfast Swift Tabernacle Tent Thereon Throne Truth UprightlyJump to Next Cause David Established Faithfulness Hastening Hasting Judge Judgeth Judging Judgment Justice Kindness King's Loving Mercy Moreover Prompt Quick Ready Righteousness Sat Seat Seated Seek Seeketh Seeking Sit Sitteth Steadfast Swift Tabernacle Tent Thereon Throne Truth UprightlyIsaiah 16 1. Moab is exhorted to yield obedience to the throne of David6. Moab is threatened for her pride 9. The prophet bewails her 12. The judgment of Moab in loving devotion This phrase emphasizes the nature of God's covenantal love, often described as "hesed" in Hebrew, which encompasses steadfast love, mercy, and faithfulness. It reflects God's enduring commitment to His people, as seen throughout the Old Testament. This loving devotion is foundational to the establishment of the throne, indicating that God's governance is rooted in love and mercy, not merely power or authority. a throne will be established in the tent of David A judge seeking justice and hastening righteousness will sit on it in faithfulness Persons / Places / Events 1. ThroneSymbolizes authority and governance, often associated with kingship and divine rule. 2. Tent of David Refers to the Davidic dynasty, highlighting the promise of a ruler from David's lineage. 3. Judge Represents a leader who administers justice and righteousness, reflecting God's character. 4. Moab The context of Isaiah 16 involves a prophecy concerning Moab, a neighboring nation of Israel. 5. Isaiah The prophet who conveyed God's messages, including prophecies about the future Messiah. Teaching Points The Promise of a Righteous RulerGod's promise of a ruler from David's line assures us of His faithfulness to His covenants. Jesus, as the fulfillment of this prophecy, embodies perfect justice and righteousness. The Importance of Justice and Righteousness As followers of Christ, we are called to seek justice and righteousness in our own lives. Reflecting God's character involves being fair, honest, and upright in our dealings with others. God's Sovereignty and Faithfulness The establishment of the throne in loving devotion highlights God's sovereign plan and His unwavering faithfulness. Trusting in God's promises gives us hope and assurance, even amidst uncertainty. The Role of Prophecy in Scripture Prophecies like Isaiah 16:5 point to the coming of Christ and affirm the reliability of God's Word. Studying these prophecies strengthens our faith and understanding of God's redemptive plan.(5) And in mercy shall the throne . . .--Better, less definitely, in mercy shall a throne be established, and one shall sit upon it in truth. The prophet has in mind the ideal king of Isaiah 9:4-7; Isaiah 11:1-5 (of whom Hezekiah was a partial type and representative), whom he expected after the downfall of the Assyrian oppressor. For the "tabernacle of David," comp. Amos 9:11.Verse 5. - And in mercy shall the throne be established; rather, and there shall be a throne established in mercy. A Messianic vision comes upon the prophet in connection with the disappearance of the oppressor. There shall be one day - he knows not how soon or how late - a throne established in mercy, and "One shall be seated upon it in truth, who. shall occupy the tent [or, 'house'] of David, as one who judges, and seeks justice, and hastens on [the reign of] righteousness." Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew in loving devotionבַּחֶ֙סֶד֙ (ba·ḥe·seḏ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2617: Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty a throne כִּסֵּ֔א (kis·sê) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3678: Seat of honor, throne will be established וְהוּכַ֤ן (wə·hū·ḵan) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hofal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3559: To be erect in the tent בְּאֹ֣הֶל (bə·’ō·hel) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 168: A tent of David. דָּוִ֑ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse A judge שֹׁפֵ֛ט (šō·p̄êṭ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 8199: To judge, pronounce sentence, to vindicate, punish, to govern, to litigate seeking וְדֹרֵ֥שׁ (wə·ḏō·rêš) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1875: To tread, frequent, to follow, to seek, ask, to worship justice מִשְׁפָּ֖ט (miš·pāṭ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style and prompt וּמְהִ֥ר (ū·mə·hir) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular construct Strong's 4106: Quick, prompt, ready, skilled in righteousness צֶֽדֶק׃ (ṣe·ḏeq) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6664: The right, equity, prosperity will sit וְיָשַׁ֥ב (wə·yā·šaḇ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry on [it] עָלָ֛יו (‘ā·lāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against in faithfulness. בֶּאֱמֶ֖ת (be·’ĕ·meṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 571: Stability, certainty, truth, trustworthiness Links Isaiah 16:5 NIVIsaiah 16:5 NLT Isaiah 16:5 ESV Isaiah 16:5 NASB Isaiah 16:5 KJV Isaiah 16:5 BibleApps.com Isaiah 16:5 Biblia Paralela Isaiah 16:5 Chinese Bible Isaiah 16:5 French Bible Isaiah 16:5 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Isaiah 16:5 A throne will be established in loving (Isa Isi Is) |
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