Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Your gates will always stand open, they will never be shut, day or night, so that people may bring you the wealth of the nations— their kings led in triumphal procession. New Living Translation Your gates will stay open day and night to receive the wealth of many lands. The kings of the world will be led as captives in a victory procession. English Standard Version Your gates shall be open continually; day and night they shall not be shut, that people may bring to you the wealth of the nations, with their kings led in procession. Berean Standard Bible Your gates will always stand open; they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. King James Bible Therefore thy gates shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring unto thee the forces of the Gentiles, and that their kings may be brought. New King James Version Therefore your gates shall be open continually; They shall not be shut day or night, That men may bring to you the wealth of the Gentiles, And their kings in procession. New American Standard Bible “Your gates will be open continually; They will not be closed day or night, So that people may bring you the wealth of the nations, With their kings led in procession. NASB 1995 “Your gates will be open continually; They will not be closed day or night, So that men may bring to you the wealth of the nations, With their kings led in procession. NASB 1977 “And your gates will be open continually; They will not be closed day or night, So that men may bring to you the wealth of the nations, With their kings led in procession. Legacy Standard Bible Your gates will be open continually; They will not be closed day or night, So that men may bring to you the wealth of the nations, With their kings led in procession. Amplified Bible “Your gates will be open continually; They shall not be shut day or night, So that people may bring to you the wealth of the nations— With their kings led in procession. Christian Standard Bible Your city gates will always be open; they will never be shut day or night so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. Holman Christian Standard Bible Your gates will always be open; they will never be shut day or night so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. American Standard Version Thy gates also shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring unto thee the wealth of the nations, and their kings led captive. Contemporary English Version Your gates will be open day and night to let the rulers of nations lead their people to you with all their treasures. English Revised Version Thy gates also shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring unto thee the wealth of the nations; and their kings led with them. GOD'S WORD® Translation Your gates will always be open. They will never be closed day or night so that people may bring you the wealth of nations, with their kings led as prisoners. Good News Translation Day and night your gates will be open, So that the kings of the nations May bring you their wealth. International Standard Version Your gates will always stand open by day or night, and they will not be shut, so that nations will bring you their wealth, with their kings led in procession. Majority Standard Bible Your gates will always stand open; they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. NET Bible Your gates will remain open at all times; they will not be shut during the day or at night, so that the wealth of nations may be delivered, with their kings leading the way. New Heart English Bible Your gates also shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring to you the wealth of the nations, and their kings led captive. Webster's Bible Translation Therefore thy gates shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring to thee the forces of the Gentiles, and that their kings may be brought. World English Bible Your gates also shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night, that men may bring to you the wealth of the nations, and their kings led captive. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd your gates have continually opened, "" They are not shut by day and by night, "" To bring the force of nations to you, "" Even their kings are led. Young's Literal Translation And opened have thy gates continually, By day and by night they are not shut, To bring unto thee the force of nations, Even their kings are led. Smith's Literal Translation And thy gates were opened continually; day and night they shall not be shut; to bring to thee the strength of the nations, and their kings being led on. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd thy gates shall be open continually: they shall not be shut day nor night, that the strength of the Gentiles may be brought to thee, and their kings may be brought. Catholic Public Domain Version And your gates will be open continually. They will not be closed day or night, so that the strength of the nations may be brought before you, and their kings may be lead in. New American Bible Your gates shall stand open constantly; day and night they shall not be closed So that they may bring you the wealth of nations, with their kings in the vanguard. New Revised Standard Version Your gates shall always be open; day and night they shall not be shut, so that nations shall bring you their wealth, with their kings led in procession. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTherefore your gates shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night, that men may bring to you the armies of the Gentiles, and their kings led captive. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Your gates shall be opened constantly by day and by night, and they shall not be shut, and the armies of the Gentiles shall enter to you, and their Kings, when they are led captive OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thy gates also shall be open continually, Day and night, they shall not be shut; That men may bring unto thee the wealth of the nations, And their kings in procession. Brenton Septuagint Translation And thy gates shall be opened continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; to bring in to thee the power of the Gentiles, and their kings as captives. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Future Glory for Zion…10Foreigners will rebuild your walls, and their kings will serve you. Although I struck you in anger, yet in favor I will show you mercy. 11Your gates will always stand open; they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. 12For the nation or kingdom that will not serve you will perish; it will be utterly destroyed.… Cross References Revelation 21:25-26 Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day, because there will be no night there. / And into the city will be brought the glory and honor of the nations. Revelation 21:24 By its light the nations will walk, and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory. Revelation 22:14 Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the tree of life and may enter the city by its gates. Revelation 21:2 I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. Revelation 21:10 And he carried me away in the Spirit to a mountain great and high, and showed me the holy city of Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God, Zechariah 14:14 Judah will also fight at Jerusalem, and the wealth of all the surrounding nations will be collected—gold, silver, and apparel in great abundance. Zechariah 14:16 Then all the survivors from the nations that came against Jerusalem will go up year after year to worship the King, the LORD of Hosts, and to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. Psalm 72:10-11 May the kings of Tarshish and distant shores bring tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts. / May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him. Psalm 149:8-9 to bind their kings with chains and their nobles with shackles of iron, / to execute the judgment written against them. This honor is for all His saints. Hallelujah! Isaiah 45:14 This is what the LORD says: “The products of Egypt and the merchandise of Cush, along with the Sabeans, men of stature, will come over to you and will be yours; they will trudge behind you; they will come over in chains and bow down to you. They will confess to you: ‘God is indeed with you, and there is no other; there is no other God.’” Isaiah 49:23 Kings will be your foster fathers, and their queens your nursing mothers. They will bow to you facedown and lick the dust at your feet. Then you will know that I am the LORD; those who hope in Me will never be put to shame.” Isaiah 61:6 But you will be called the priests of the LORD; they will speak of you as ministers of our God; you will feed on the wealth of nations, and you will boast in their riches. Isaiah 66:12 For 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. Isaiah 66:19-20 I will establish a sign among them, and I will send survivors from among them to the nations—to Tarshish, Put, and the archers of Lud; to Tubal, Javan, and the islands far away who have not heard of My fame or seen My glory. So they will proclaim My glory among the nations. / And they will bring all your brothers from all the nations as a gift to the LORD on horses and chariots and wagons, on mules and camels, to My holy mountain Jerusalem,” says the LORD, “just as the Israelites bring an offering in a clean vessel to the house of the LORD.” Haggai 2:7 I will shake all the nations, and they will come with all their treasures, and I will fill this house with glory, says the LORD of Hosts. Treasury of Scripture Therefore your gates shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring to you the forces of the Gentiles, and that their kings may be brought. therefore. Nehemiah 13:19 And it came to pass, that when the gates of Jerusalem began to be dark before the sabbath, I commanded that the gates should be shut, and charged that they should not be opened till after the sabbath: and some of my servants set I at the gates, that there should no burden be brought in on the sabbath day. Revelation 21:25 And the gates of it shall not be shut at all by day: for there shall be no night there. forces. Isaiah 60:5 Then thou shalt see, and flow together, and thine heart shall fear, and be enlarged; because the abundance of the sea shall be converted unto thee, the forces of the Gentiles shall come unto thee. Jump to Previous Always Captive Closed Continually Doors Force Forces Gates Gentiles Kings Led Nations Night Open Opened Procession Shut Stand Times WealthJump to Next Always Captive Closed Continually Doors Force Forces Gates Gentiles Kings Led Nations Night Open Opened Procession Shut Stand Times WealthIsaiah 60 1. The glory of the church in the abundant access of the Gentiles.15. And the great blessings after a short affliction Your gates will always stand open; This phrase signifies a time of peace and security, where there is no need to close the gates for protection against enemies. In ancient cities, gates were closed to protect against invaders, so open gates symbolize safety and prosperity. This imagery is often associated with the Messianic age, where Christ's reign brings ultimate peace. Revelation 21:25 echoes this vision of the New Jerusalem, where the gates are never shut, indicating eternal security and divine presence. they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. Persons / Places / Events 1. Zion/JerusalemThe city of God, representing the people of Israel and, by extension, the future Kingdom of God. In Isaiah 60, Zion is depicted as a place of glory and divine favor. 2. Nations/Gentiles Refers to the non-Israelite peoples who will bring their wealth to Zion, symbolizing the inclusion of all nations in God's redemptive plan. 3. Kings Leaders of the nations who will acknowledge the sovereignty of God and bring their wealth to Jerusalem, signifying submission and honor to God. 4. Open Gates Symbolize accessibility, welcome, and the continuous flow of blessings and resources into Zion, indicating peace and prosperity. 5. Procession A ceremonial parade, often associated with victory and celebration, highlighting the honor and reverence given to God by the nations. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and InclusionGod's plan includes all nations, and His sovereignty will be recognized by all. This encourages believers to embrace a global perspective in their faith and witness. Continuous Access to God's Presence The open gates symbolize the perpetual access we have to God through Christ. Believers are encouraged to live in constant communion with God, taking advantage of the open invitation to His presence. Peace and Prosperity in God's Kingdom The imagery of open gates and wealth flowing in signifies peace and prosperity. Believers can find hope in the promise of God's ultimate peace and provision. Role of the Church in God's Plan As the body of Christ, the Church is called to be a light to the nations, reflecting the glory of God and drawing others to Him. Anticipation of Christ's Return The prophetic vision of nations coming to Zion points to the future return of Christ and the establishment of His eternal kingdom. Believers are encouraged to live with anticipation and readiness for His return.(11) Thy gates shall be open continually.--The words imply (1) a state of peace in which there would be no danger of attack; and (2) the constant stream of caravans of pilgrims, With their offerings, entering by night as well as day. It is interesting to note St. John's transfer of the thought to the heavenly Jerusalem (Revelation 21:25-26). The forces of the Gentiles.--Better, the riches, or the possessions. That their kings may be brought . . .--The verb, as in Isaiah 20:4, 1Samuel 30:2, implies that they are brought as captives, acknowledging, with or against their will, the sovereignty of Zion. Verse 11. - Thy gates shall be open continually. That all who seek salvation may have free access at all times. There is no fear of enemies entering, since war has ceased (Isaiah 2:4; Isaiah 11:9, etc.). The forces of the Gentiles; rather, the wealth of the Gentiles, as in ver. 5. That their kings may be brought; i.e. forced to come by their subjects, who know that their own prosperity is involved in complete submission to the Church established in Zion, and therefore compel their kings to come and render their homage in person.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Your gatesשְׁעָרַ֧יִךְ (šə·‘ā·ra·yiḵ) Noun - masculine plural construct | second person feminine singular Strong's 8179: An opening, door, gate will always תָּמִ֛יד (tā·mîḏ) Adverb Strong's 8548: Continuance, constant, ellipt, the regular, sacrifice stand open; וּפִתְּח֨וּ (ū·p̄it·tə·ḥū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 6605: To open wide, to loosen, begin, plough, carve they will never לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no be shut, יִסָּגֵ֑רוּ (yis·sā·ḡê·rū) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5462: To shut up, to surrender day יוֹמָ֥ם (yō·w·mām) Adverb Strong's 3119: Daytime, by day or night, וָלַ֖יְלָה (wā·lay·lāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3915: A twist, night, adversity so that the wealth חֵ֣יל (ḥêl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2428: A force, an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength of the nations גּוֹיִ֔ם (gō·w·yim) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts may be brought לְהָבִ֤יא (lə·hā·ḇî) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go into you, אֵלַ֙יִךְ֙ (’ê·la·yiḵ) Preposition | second person feminine singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to with their kings וּמַלְכֵיהֶ֖ם (ū·mal·ḵê·hem) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 4428: A king being led in procession. נְהוּגִֽים׃ (nə·hū·ḡîm) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural Strong's 5090: To drive forth, lead, carry away, to proceed, to sigh Links Isaiah 60:11 NIVIsaiah 60:11 NLT Isaiah 60:11 ESV Isaiah 60:11 NASB Isaiah 60:11 KJV Isaiah 60:11 BibleApps.com Isaiah 60:11 Biblia Paralela Isaiah 60:11 Chinese Bible Isaiah 60:11 French Bible Isaiah 60:11 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Isaiah 60:11 Your gates also shall be open continually (Isa Isi Is) |
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