Isaiah 60:19 Meaning and Explanation
“The sun shall be no more thy light by day; neither for brightness shall the moon give light unto thee: but the LORD shall be unto thee an everlasting light, and thy God thy glory.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God will replace the sun and moon as Jerusalem's light source, becoming an eternal, personal source of illumination and glory.
The Context of Isaiah 60:19
Spiritual light surpasses physical light; God becomes the source of guidance and honor.
What Does Isaiah 60:19 Mean?
This verse describes a profound spiritual reality: the natural light sources—sun by day and moon by night—will no longer be Jerusalem's primary light. The language is poetic and theological rather than literal, signifying that natural means of guidance and direction become secondary to divine presence.
Instead, 'the LORD shall be unto thee an everlasting light, and thy God thy glory.' God's presence itself becomes Jerusalem's illumination, guidance, and honor. This 'everlasting light' will not fail or diminish like earthly lights, but will endure forever. God becomes both the light that guides and the glory that defines her identity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 60:19
What does Isaiah 60:19 mean?
God will replace the sun and moon as Jerusalem's light source, becoming an eternal, personal source of illumination and glory.
What is the context of Isaiah 60:19?
Spiritual light surpasses physical light; God becomes the source of guidance and honor.