KJV ORIGINAL
And I will clothe him with thy robe, and strengthen him with thy girdle, and I will commit thy government into his hand: and he shall be a father to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and to the house of Judah.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And I will dress him in your robe, and fasten your belt around him, and I will give him your authority to govern. He will be like a father to the people living in Jerusalem and to all the families of Judah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is saying He will transfer someone's position of authority to another person who will care for God's people like a loving father.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's judgment against Shebna, a high official in King Hezekiah's court who had abused his position. God was removing Shebna from power and replacing him with Eliakim, a faithful servant. The robe, belt, and governmental authority were symbols of high office in ancient Near Eastern culture.
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