Isaiah 25:6
New International Version
On this mountain the LORD Almighty will prepare a feast of rich food for all peoples, a banquet of aged wine— the best of meats and the finest of wines.

New Living Translation
In Jerusalem, the LORD of Heaven’s Armies will spread a wonderful feast for all the people of the world. It will be a delicious banquet with clear, well-aged wine and choice meat.

English Standard Version
On this mountain the LORD of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-aged wine, of rich food full of marrow, of aged wine well refined.

Berean Standard Bible
On this mountain the LORD of Hosts will prepare a lavish banquet for all the peoples, a feast of aged wine, of choice meat, of finely aged wine.

King James Bible
And in this mountain shall the LORD of hosts make unto all people a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined.

New King James Version
And in this mountain The LORD of hosts will make for all people A feast of choice pieces, A feast of wines on the lees, Of fat things full of marrow, Of well-refined wines on the lees.

New American Standard Bible
Now the LORD of armies will prepare a lavish banquet for all peoples on this mountain; A banquet of aged wine, choice pieces with marrow, And refined, aged wine.

NASB 1995
The LORD of hosts will prepare a lavish banquet for all peoples on this mountain; A banquet of aged wine, choice pieces with marrow, And refined, aged wine.

NASB 1977
And the LORD of hosts will prepare a lavish banquet for all peoples on this mountain; A banquet of aged wine, choice pieces with marrow, And refined, aged wine.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Yahweh of hosts will prepare a lavish banquet for all peoples on this mountain; A banquet of aged wine, choice pieces with marrow, And refined, aged wine.

Amplified Bible
On this mountain [Zion] the LORD of hosts will prepare a lavish banquet for all peoples [to welcome His reign on earth], A banquet of aged wines—choice pieces [flavored] with marrow, Of refined, aged wines.

Christian Standard Bible
On this mountain, the LORD of Armies will prepare for all the peoples a feast of choice meat, a feast with aged wine, prime cuts of choice meat, fine vintage wine.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The LORD of Hosts will prepare a feast for all the peoples on this mountain— a feast of aged wine, choice meat, finely aged wine.

American Standard Version
And in this mountain will Jehovah of hosts make unto all peoples a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined.

Contemporary English Version
On this mountain the LORD All-Powerful will prepare for all nations a feast of the finest foods. Choice wines and the best meats will be served.

English Revised Version
And in this mountain shall the LORD of hosts make unto all peoples a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
On this mountain the LORD of Armies will prepare for all people a feast with the best foods, a banquet with aged wines, with the best foods and the finest wines.

Good News Translation
Here on Mount Zion the LORD Almighty will prepare a banquet for all the nations of the world--a banquet of the richest food and the finest wine.

International Standard Version
"On this mountain, the LORD of the Heavenly Armies will prepare for all peoples a banquet of rich food, a banquet of well-aged wines— rich food full of marrow, and refined wines of the finest vintage

Majority Standard Bible
On this mountain the LORD of Hosts will prepare a lavish banquet for all the peoples, a feast of aged wine, of choice meat, of finely aged wine.

NET Bible
The LORD who commands armies will hold a banquet for all the nations on this mountain. At this banquet there will be plenty of meat and aged wine--tender meat and choicest wine.

New Heart English Bible
In this mountain, the LORD of hosts will make all peoples a feast of fat things, a feast of choice wines, of fat things full of marrow, of well refined choice wines.

Webster's Bible Translation
And on this mountain will the LORD of hosts make to all people a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined.

World English Bible
In this mountain, Yahweh of Armies will make all peoples a feast of choice meat, a feast of choice wines, of choice meat full of marrow, of well refined choice wines.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And YHWH of Hosts has made, "" For all the peoples in this mountain, "" A banquet of fat things, "" A banquet of preserved things, "" Fat things full of marrow, "" Preserved things—refined.

Young's Literal Translation
And made hath Jehovah of Hosts, For all the peoples in this mount, A banquet of fat things, a banquet of preserved things, Fat things full of marrow, preserved things refined.

Smith's Literal Translation
Jehovah of armies will make to all peoples in this mountain a drinking of fatness, a drinking of lees of wine, fatness of marrows, strained lees of wine.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the Lord of hosts shall make unto all people in this mountain, a feast of fat things, a feast of wine, of fat things full of marrow, of wine purified from the lees.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the Lord of hosts will cause all the peoples on this mountain to feast on fatness, to feast on wine, a fatness full of marrow, a purified wine.

New American Bible
On this mountain the LORD of hosts will provide for all peoples A feast of rich food and choice wines, juicy, rich food and pure, choice wines.

New Revised Standard Version
On this mountain the LORD of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-aged wines, of rich food filled with marrow, of well-aged wines strained clear.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And on this mountain shall the LORD of hosts make for all peoples a lavish feast, a feast of old and rich wines, from the things that belong to our heavenly Saviour and the Mighty One.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And for all the nations, in this mountain, LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts shall make a heavenly feast, even a guarded and heavenly feast of our heavenly and mighty Life giver
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And in this mountain will the LORD of hosts make unto all peoples A feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, Of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the Lord of hosts shall make a feast for all the nations: on this mount they shall drink gladness, they shall drink wine:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
A Song of Praise for God's Favor
5like heat in a dry land. You subdue the uproar of foreigners. As the shade of a cloud cools the heat, so the song of the ruthless is silenced. 6On this mountain the LORD of Hosts will prepare a banquet for all the peoples, a feast of aged wine, of choice meat, of finely aged wine. 7On this mountain He will swallow up the shroud that enfolds all peoples, the sheet that covers all nations;…

Cross References
Revelation 19:9
Then the angel told me to write, “Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.” And he said to me, “These are the true words of God.”

Matthew 22:2-4
“The kingdom of heaven is like a king who prepared a wedding banquet for his son. / He sent his servants to call those he had invited to the banquet, but they refused to come. / Again, he sent other servants and said, ‘Tell those who have been invited that I have prepared my dinner. My oxen and fattened cattle have been killed, and everything is ready. Come to the wedding banquet.’

Luke 14:16-17
But Jesus replied, “A certain man prepared a great banquet and invited many guests. / When it was time for the banquet, he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’

Revelation 21:4
‘He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,’ and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.”

Revelation 7:16-17
‘Never again will they hunger, and never will they thirst; nor will the sun beat down upon them, nor any scorching heat.’ / For the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd. ‘He will lead them to springs of living water,’ and ‘God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’”

Matthew 8:11
I say to you that many will come from the east and the west to share the banquet with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven.

John 6:35
Jesus answered, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst.

John 6:51
I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever. And this bread, which I will give for the life of the world, is My flesh.”

John 2:1-11
On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, / and Jesus and His disciples had also been invited to the wedding. / When the wine ran out, Jesus’ mother said to Him, “They have no more wine.” ...

1 Corinthians 10:3-4
They all ate the same spiritual food / and drank the same spiritual drink; for they drank from the spiritual rock that accompanied them, and that rock was Christ.

Psalm 23:5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

Psalm 36:8
They feast on the abundance of Your house, and You give them drink from Your river of delights.

Psalm 63:5
My soul is satisfied as with the richest of foods; with joyful lips my mouth will praise You.

Psalm 78:24-25
He rained down manna for them to eat; He gave them grain from heaven. / Man ate the bread of angels; He sent them food in abundance.

Proverbs 9:1-5
Wisdom has built her house; she has carved out her seven pillars. / She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. / She has sent out her maidservants; she calls out from the heights of the city. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And in this mountain shall the LORD of hosts make to all people a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined.

in this

Isaiah 25:10
For in this mountain shall the hand of the LORD rest, and Moab shall be trodden down under him, even as straw is trodden down for the dunghill.

Isaiah 2:2,3
And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the LORD'S house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it…

Psalm 72:14-16
He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence: and precious shall their blood be in his sight…

make

Isaiah 55:1,2
Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price…

Psalm 63:5
My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips:

Proverbs 9:1-5
Wisdom hath builded her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars: …

all people

Isaiah 49:6-10
And he said, It is a light thing that thou shouldest be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the preserved of Israel: I will also give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou mayest be my salvation unto the end of the earth…

Daniel 7:14
And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, 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.

Matthew 8:11
And I say unto you, That many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven.

of wines

Song of Solomon 1:2,4
Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth: for thy love is better than wine…

Jeremiah 48:11
Moab hath been at ease from his youth, and he hath settled on his lees, and hath not been emptied from vessel to vessel, neither hath he gone into captivity: therefore his taste remained in him, and his scent is not changed.

Matthew 26:29
But I say unto you, I will not drink henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom.

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Isaiah 25
1. Song of Praise for God's Favor














On this mountain
This phrase refers to Mount Zion in Jerusalem, a significant location in biblical history and prophecy. It is often seen as the spiritual center of God's kingdom and a place where God reveals His presence. In Isaiah's time, Mount Zion was the site of the Temple, symbolizing God's dwelling among His people. This mountain is also a type of the heavenly Jerusalem, as seen in Hebrews 12:22, where believers are said to have come to Mount Zion, the city of the living God.

the LORD of Hosts
This title emphasizes God's sovereignty and power over all creation. "Hosts" refers to the armies of heaven, indicating God's supreme authority and ability to accomplish His purposes. This title is used frequently in the Old Testament to remind the Israelites of God's might and His role as a divine warrior who fights for His people.

will prepare a lavish banquet
The imagery of a banquet is often used in Scripture to depict God's provision and blessing. In ancient Near Eastern culture, banquets were significant social events that symbolized abundance, celebration, and fellowship. This banquet prepared by God signifies the ultimate fulfillment of His promises and the joy of His kingdom. It echoes the Messianic banquet described in Matthew 22:1-14 and Revelation 19:9, where believers are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.

for all the peoples
This phrase highlights the inclusivity of God's salvation plan. While Israel was God's chosen people, His ultimate purpose was to bless all nations through them, as promised to Abraham in Genesis 12:3. This universal invitation is a recurring theme in Isaiah, pointing to the future gathering of all nations to worship the Lord, as seen in Isaiah 2:2-4 and Revelation 7:9.

a feast of aged wine
Wine in the Bible often symbolizes joy, celebration, and the blessings of God. Aged wine, in particular, suggests quality and richness, indicating the excellence of what God provides. This imagery is also used in the New Testament, where Jesus' first miracle at Cana involved turning water into wine, symbolizing the new covenant and the joy of the kingdom (John 2:1-11).

of choice meat
Choice meat represents the best and most desirable provisions, signifying God's abundant and generous blessings. In the sacrificial system of the Old Testament, the best portions were often reserved for God, indicating the value and honor given to Him. Here, God Himself provides the best for His people, reflecting His love and care.

of finely aged wine
The repetition of wine emphasizes the abundance and quality of God's provision. Finely aged wine suggests a process of careful preparation and maturation, symbolizing the fulfillment of God's promises over time. This can be seen as a type of the spiritual maturity and completeness that believers will experience in God's kingdom, as described in Philippians 1:6.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The LORD of Hosts
This title emphasizes God's sovereignty and power over all heavenly and earthly armies. It highlights His authority to provide and fulfill His promises.

2. This Mountain
Refers to Mount Zion, a significant place in biblical prophecy and history, symbolizing God's presence and the future gathering of His people.

3. All the Peoples
Indicates the inclusivity of God's invitation, extending beyond Israel to all nations, reflecting the universal scope of God's salvation plan.

4. Banquet
Symbolizes abundance, celebration, and fellowship with God. It is a metaphor for the blessings and joy found in God's kingdom.

5. Aged Wine and Choice Meat
Represents the richness and quality of God's provision, signifying the best that God has to offer to His people.
Teaching Points
God's Abundant Provision
God promises to provide abundantly for His people, both physically and spiritually. Trust in His provision and seek His kingdom first.

Inclusivity of God's Invitation
The invitation to God's banquet is extended to all peoples. As believers, we are called to share the gospel and invite others to partake in God's blessings.

Celebration of God's Kingdom
The imagery of a banquet encourages us to look forward to the joy and fellowship in God's eternal kingdom. Live with hope and anticipation of this future reality.

Quality of God's Blessings
The choice meat and aged wine signify the excellence of God's gifts. Reflect on the quality of your spiritual life and strive for excellence in your walk with God.(6) And in this mountain shall the Lord . . .--The mountain is, as in Isaiah 2:1, the hill of Zion, the true representative type of the city of God. True to what we may call the catholicity of his character, Isaiah looks forward to a time when the outlying heathen nations shall no longer be excluded from fellowship with Israel, but shall share in its sacrificial feasts even as at the banquet of the great King. In the Hebrew, as even in the English, the rhythm flows on like a strain of music appropriate to such a feast. The "wines on the lees" are those that have been allowed to ripen and clarify in the cask, and so, like the "fat things full of marrow," represent the crowning luxuries of an Eastern banquet.

Verses 6-8. - The blessings of the final state are now touched upon, as a special subject for thanksgiving. They are not enumerated; but a certain number are set forth, as specimens from which we may form a conception of the general condition of the "saved." These are:

(1) a heavenly feast, in which they will all participate (ver. 6);

(2) a removal of the "veil," or "covering," which is in this life over all things, causing men to have an indistinct vision, and an erroneous estimate of their value;

(3) the abolition of death, which will no longer hang over them as a thing to be feared; and . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
On this
הַזֶּ֔ה (haz·zeh)
Article | Pronoun - masculine singular
Strong's 2088: This, that

mountain
בָּהָ֣ר (bā·hār)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2022: Mountain, hill, hill country

the LORD
יְהוָ֨ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

of Hosts
צְבָא֜וֹת (ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)
Noun - common plural
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

will prepare
וְעָשָׂה֩ (wə·‘ā·śāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

a banquet
מִשְׁתֵּ֥ה (miš·têh)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4960: Drink, drinking, a banquet, feast

for all
לְכָל־ (lə·ḵāl)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the peoples,
הָֽעַמִּים֙ (hā·‘am·mîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

a feast
מִשְׁתֵּ֣ה (miš·têh)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4960: Drink, drinking, a banquet, feast

of aged wine,
שְׁמָרִ֑ים (šə·mā·rîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8105: Something preserved, the settlings, of wine

of choice meat,
שְׁמָנִ֖ים (šə·mā·nîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness

of finely
מְזֻקָּקִֽים׃ (mə·zuq·qā·qîm)
Verb - Pual - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 2212: To strain, extract, clarify

aged wine.
שְׁמָרִ֖ים (šə·mā·rîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8105: Something preserved, the settlings, of wine


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