Isaiah 4:2 Meaning and Explanation
“In that day shall the branch of the LORD be beautiful and glorious, and the fruit of the earth shall be excellent and comely for them that are escaped of Israel.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Isaiah 4:2
This marks the transition from judgment (Isaiah 3) to restoration, promising renewal for the surviving faithful.
What Does Isaiah 4:2 Mean?
Amid the devastation of exile, the promise shifts from judgment to restoration. The Branch represents growth and life emerging from judgment's aftermath, bringing glory and beauty to the land. For those who survive the judgment, God offers not just escape but flourishing: excellent and lovely fruit of the earth.
The phrase 'for them that are escaped' emphasizes that restoration is not universal but for the faithful remnant. This branch grows from the covenant line itself, transforming the wasteland into fertility and splendor.
Isaiah 4:2 in the Original Language
tzemach (צֶמַח), 'branch' — offspring, growth, sprout; speaks of organic life and continuation from the root.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 4:2
What does Isaiah 4:2 mean?
God's growth—the Branch—will bring beauty and abundance to Israel's survivors.
What is the context of Isaiah 4:2?
This marks the transition from judgment (Isaiah 3) to restoration, promising renewal for the surviving faithful.