Isaiah 26:2 kjv
Open ye the gates, that the righteous nation which keepeth the truth may enter in.
Isaiah 26:2 nkjv
Open the gates, That the righteous nation which keeps the truth may enter in.
Isaiah 26:2 niv
Open the gates that the righteous nation may enter, the nation that keeps faith.
Isaiah 26:2 esv
Open the gates, that the righteous nation that keeps faith may enter in.
Isaiah 26:2 nlt
Open the gates to all who are righteous;
allow the faithful to enter.
Isaiah 26 2 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Isa 26:3 | "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast,... | Isa 26:3 (Steadfastness leads to peace) |
| Matt 6:13 | "And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one." | Matt 6:13 (Deliverance from evil) |
| John 14:27 | "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to... | John 14:27 (Christ's peace) |
| John 16:33 | "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace...." | John 16:33 (Peace through Christ) |
| Phil 4:7 | "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard..." | Phil 4:7 (God's guarding peace) |
| Phil 4:9 | "Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me or seen in me, put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." | Phil 4:9 (Practicing peace) |
| Col 1:20 | "...and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross." | Col 1:20 (Peace through Christ's blood) |
| Heb 4:1 | "Therefore, since the promise of entering his rest still stands,... | Heb 4:1 (Entering God's rest) |
| Heb 4:3 | "For we who have believed enter that rest, as he has also said,... | Heb 4:3 (Believers enter rest) |
| Heb 4:9 | "So then, there remains a Sabbath rest for the people of God;" | Heb 4:9 (Sabbath rest) |
| 1 John 5:4 | "For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the..." | 1 John 5:4 (Overcoming the world) |
| Rev 3:5 | "The one who conquers will be clothed thus in white garments, and I..." | Rev 3:5 (Clothing in white) |
| Rev 7:9 | "After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one..." | Rev 7:9 (Great multitude) |
| Rev 7:16 | "They shall hunger no more, neither thirst anymore..." | Rev 7:16 (No more suffering) |
| Rev 14:13 | "And I heard a voice from heaven saying, 'Write this: Blessed are..." | Rev 14:13 (Blessed are the dead) |
| Rev 21:4 | "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be..." | Rev 21:4 (No more tears or death) |
| Psalm 4:8 | "In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety." | Psalm 4:8 (Dwelling in safety) |
| Psalm 16:11 | "You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is..." | Psalm 16:11 (Presence and fullness of joy) |
| Psalm 23:2 | "He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters." | Psalm 23:2 (Shepherd's provision) |
| Psalm 119:165 | "Great peace have those who love your law; nothing shall make them stumble." | Psalm 119:165 (Love of the law) |
| Prov 3:5-6 | "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." | Prov 3:5-6 (Trust leads to guidance) |
| Jer 29:11 | "'For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for..." | Jer 29:11 (Plans for welfare) |
Isaiah 26 verses
Isaiah 26 2 Meaning
The righteous enter a place of perpetual security and enduring peace. This signifies access to God's kingdom or presence, characterized by unwavering trust and obedience.
Isaiah 26 2 Context
Isaiah 26 is a prophecy of future restoration and a celebration of God's faithfulness. It depicts a triumphant song or psalm offered by the redeemed people of Zion after a period of judgment and deliverance. The chapter contrasts the security of the righteous with the destruction of the wicked. Verse 2 specifically highlights the state of those who enter the fortified city, implying they have a direct relationship with God and possess unwavering faith. The historical context is likely during or after the Babylonian exile, with the prophetic vision extending to the ultimate restoration of Jerusalem and the Messianic age.
Isaiah 26 2 Word Analysis
patach (Hebrew: פָּתַח)
- This is not a Hebrew word. It appears to be a typographical error or misunderstanding.
tsur (Hebrew: צוּר)
- Transliteration: tsur
- Meaning: rock, fortress, strong defender, rock of refuge.
- Significance: Implies an immovable and secure foundation, a powerful protector.
laTseTsim (Hebrew: לַצּתּסִים)
- This is not a recognized Hebrew word. There might be a transliteration or spelling error. The intended word could be related to steadfastness or confidence, fitting the context.
ad (Hebrew: עַד)
- Transliteration: ad
- Meaning: perpetuity, eternity, everlasting.
- Significance: Emphasizes the enduring and timeless nature of the security and peace.
ha'olam (Hebrew: הָעוֹלָם)
- Transliteration: ha'olam
- Meaning: the world, the age, eternity.
- Significance: Refers to the eternal world or age of peace and security.
lo (Hebrew: לוֹ)
- Transliteration: lo
- Meaning: to him, for him.
Adonay (Hebrew: יְהוָה)
- Transliteration: Adonay
- Meaning: LORD (used as a substitute for YHWH). In the Masoretic text, it is usually transcribed as "Adonai." The proper tetragrammaton is YHWH.
- Significance: Refers to God, emphasizing His sovereign lordship and the direct source of this security.
etsev (Hebrew: עֶצֶב)
- Transliteration: etsev
- Meaning: strength, might, rock (in some contexts), or toil/pain/grief. The context suggests "strength" or "might."
- Significance: Indicates inherent power and steadfastness attributed to God, by which the security is provided.
tsemaḥ (Hebrew: צֶמַח)
- Transliteration: tsemaḥ
- Meaning: sprout, branch, offspring.
- Significance: Can be interpreted as the Messianic branch, highlighting that access to this security is through God's appointed King.
Words-group by words-group analysis
- Tsur lo Tsemaḥ (צור לו צמח): This phrase can be interpreted as "He is a rock to him, the Branch" or "His rock, to him, is the Branch." The "rock" emphasizes God's unshakeable nature and His role as a stronghold. The "Branch" (Tsemaḥ) is a Messianic title (see Jer 23:5; Zech 3:8). Thus, it speaks of God's unchanging faithfulness and the Messianic provision for salvation and security. It highlights that God Himself, in His Messianic character, is the source of enduring safety.
Isaiah 26 2 Bonus Section
The concept of God as a rock (tsur) is a prevalent metaphor in the Old Testament, signifying His immutability, reliability, and protective power (e.g., Deut 32:4, 1 Sam 2:2). The "Branch" (tsamach) is a significant Messianic title, prophesying Christ as the descendant who will bring salvation and restoration (Isa 4:2, Jer 23:5, Zech 3:8). Therefore, the verse implicitly connects enduring peace and security directly to the Messiah, God's appointed Deliverer. This verse beautifully synthesizes God's inherent character of strength and His redemptive plan through the Messiah.
Isaiah 26 2 Commentary
This verse proclaims the ultimate security found in the Lord. It describes those who trust in God as entering a fortress of eternal peace. This isn't just a physical refuge but a spiritual and eschatological state of being where all fear and threat are eliminated. The phrase "his rock" points to God's own immutability and strength as the foundation of this security. The mention of "the Branch" strongly suggests the Messianic King through whom this ultimate peace and deliverance are achieved. The emphasis on eternity ("the everlasting") underscores that this is a perpetual state, characteristic of God's kingdom. It implies a faithful remnant who have clung to God and, through His Messianic work, are granted ultimate refuge. This theme of God as an unbreachable fortress is consistent throughout Scripture, offering comfort and assurance to His people.