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.
The sun will no longer be your light during the day, and the moon won't shine to give you brightness at night. Instead, the LORD will be your eternal light, and your God will be your glory.
God is promising that He Himself will be the eternal source of light and glory for His people, replacing even the sun and moon.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah wrote this prophecy during a time when Israel was facing exile and darkness, speaking of a future restoration of Jerusalem. This vision describes the ultimate glory of God's kingdom, where His presence would be so magnificent that natural light sources would pale in comparison. The imagery points to both the restored earthly Jerusalem and the ultimate heavenly city.
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