Isaiah 9:7 Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.

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New International Version
Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the LORD Almighty will accomplish this.

New Living Translation
His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the LORD of Heaven’s Armies will make this happen!

English Standard Version
Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.

Berean Standard Bible
Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.

King James Bible
Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

New King James Version
Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, To order it and establish it with judgment and justice From that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

New American Standard Bible
There will be no end to the increase of His government or of peace On the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness From then on and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of armies will accomplish this.

NASB 1995
There will be no end to the increase of His government or of peace, On the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness From then on and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will accomplish this.

NASB 1977
There will be no end to the increase of His government or of peace, On the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness From then on and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will accomplish this.

Legacy Standard Bible
There will be no end to the increase of His government or of peace, On the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness From then on and forevermore. The zeal of Yahweh of hosts will accomplish this.

Amplified Bible
There shall be no end to the increase of His government and of peace, [He shall rule] on the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness From that time forward and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will accomplish this.

Christian Standard Bible
The dominion will be vast, and its prosperity will never end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from now on and forever. The zeal of the LORD of Armies will accomplish this.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The dominion will be vast, and its prosperity will never end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from now on and forever. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.

American Standard Version
Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of Jehovah of hosts will perform this.

Contemporary English Version
His power will never end; peace will last forever. He will rule David's kingdom and make it grow strong. He will always rule with honesty and justice. The LORD All-Powerful will make certain that all of this is done.

English Revised Version
Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with judgment and with righteousness from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts shall perform this.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
His government and peace will have unlimited growth. He will establish David's throne and kingdom. He will uphold it with justice and righteousness now and forever. The LORD of Armies is determined to do this!

Good News Translation
His royal power will continue to grow; his kingdom will always be at peace. He will rule as King David's successor, basing his power on right and justice, from now until the end of time. The LORD Almighty is determined to do all this.

International Standard Version
Of the growth of his government and peace there will be no end. He will rule over his kingdom, sitting on the throne of David, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness from this time onward and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of the Heavenly Armies will accomplish this.

Majority Standard Bible
Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.

NET Bible
His dominion will be vast and he will bring immeasurable prosperity. He will rule on David's throne and over David's kingdom, establishing it and strengthening it by promoting justice and fairness, from this time forward and forevermore. The LORD's intense devotion to his people will accomplish this.

New Heart English Bible
His dominion will be great, and of peace there shall be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness, from this time onward and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

World English Bible
Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, on David’s throne, and on his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from that time on, even forever. The zeal of Yahweh of Armies will perform this.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Of the increase of [His] dominion, "" And of peace, there is no end, "" On the throne of David, and on His kingdom, "" To establish it, and to support it, "" In judgment and in righteousness, "" From now on, even for all time, "" The zeal of YHWH of Hosts does this.

Young's Literal Translation
To the increase of the princely power, And of peace, there is no end, On the throne of David, and on his kingdom, To establish it, and to support it, In judgment and in righteousness, Henceforth, even unto the age, The zeal of Jehovah of Hosts doth this.

Smith's Literal Translation
To the increase of his dominion and to peace no end, upon the throne of David and upon his kingdom to prepare it and to support it in judgment and in justice from now and even to forever: the zeal of Jehovah of armies will do this.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
His empire shall be multiplied, and there shall be no end of peace: he shall sit upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom; to establish it and strengthen it with judgment and with justice, from henceforth and for ever: the zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.

Catholic Public Domain Version
His reign will be increased, and there will be no end to his peace. He will sit upon the throne of David and over his kingdom, to confirm and strengthen it, in judgment and justice, from now even unto eternity. The zeal of the Lord of hosts shall accomplish this.

New American Bible
His dominion is vast and forever peaceful, Upon David’s throne, and over his kingdom, which he confirms and sustains By judgment and justice, both now and forever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this!

New Revised Standard Version
His authority shall grow continually, and there shall be endless peace for the throne of David and his kingdom. He will establish and uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time onward and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Of the increase of his government and of his peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David and upon his kingdom, to establish it and to sustain it with justice and with righteousness from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
To increase his dominion and his peace there is no end, on the throne of David and upon his Kingdom, that he shall establish it and he shall sustain it in judgment and in righteousness from now and unto eternity. The zeal of LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts does this

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
That the government may be increased, And of peace there be no end, Upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, To establish it, and to uphold it Through justice and through righteousness From henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts doth perform this.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
His government shall be great, and of his peace there is no end: it shall be upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to establish it, and to support it with judgement and with righteousness, from henceforth and forever. The seal of the Lord of hosts shall perform this.

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Audio Bible

Context

Unto Us a Child is Born
…6For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.

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Cross References

Luke 1:32-33
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, / and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!”

Daniel 7:14
And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

Jeremiah 23:5-6
Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. / In His days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is His name by which He will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness.

2 Samuel 7:12-13
And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.

Psalm 72:7-8
May the righteous flourish in his days and prosperity abound until the moon is no more. / May he rule from sea to sea, and from the Euphrates to the ends of the earth.

Ezekiel 37:25
They will live in the land that I gave to My servant Jacob, where your fathers lived. They will live there forever with their children and grandchildren, and My servant David will be their prince forever.

Micah 5:2-4
But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come forth for Me One to be ruler over Israel—One whose origins are of old, from the days of eternity. / Therefore Israel will be abandoned until she who is in labor has given birth; then the rest of His brothers will return to the children of Israel. / He will stand and shepherd His flock in the strength of the LORD, in the majestic name of the LORD His God. And they will dwell securely, for then His greatness will extend to the ends of the earth.

Zechariah 9:9-10
Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Daughter of Jerusalem! See, your King comes to you, righteous and victorious, humble and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey. / And I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim and the horse from Jerusalem, and the bow of war will be broken. Then He will proclaim peace to the nations. His dominion will extend from sea to sea, and from the Euphrates to the ends of the earth.

Matthew 28:18
Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.

Revelation 11:15
Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.”

Psalm 89:35-37
Once and for all I have sworn by My holiness—I will not lie to David— / his offspring shall endure forever, and his throne before Me like the sun, / like the moon, established forever, a faithful witness in the sky.” Selah

Hebrews 1:8
But about the Son He says: “Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever, and justice is the scepter of Your kingdom.

1 Corinthians 15:25
For He must reign until He has put all His enemies under His feet.

Revelation 19:16
And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.

Jeremiah 33:15-17
In those days and at that time I will cause to sprout for David a righteous Branch, and He will administer justice and righteousness in the land. / In those days Judah will be saved, and Jerusalem will dwell securely, and this is the name by which it will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness. / For this is what the LORD says: David will never lack a man to sit on the throne of the house of Israel,

Treasury of Scripture

Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, on the throne of David, and on his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from now on even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

the increase

2 Samuel 7:16
And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever.

Psalm 2:8
Ask of me, and I shall give thee the heathen for thine inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession.

Psalm 72:8-11
He shall have dominion also from sea to sea, and from the river unto the ends of the earth…

to establish it

Isaiah 11:3-5
And shall make him of quick understanding in the fear of the LORD: and he shall not judge after the sight of his eyes, neither reprove after the hearing of his ears: …

Isaiah 31:1,2
Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because they are many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD! …

Psalm 45:4-6
And in thy majesty ride prosperously because of truth and meekness and righteousness; and thy right hand shall teach thee terrible things…

the zeal

Isaiah 37:32
For out of Jerusalem shall go forth a remnant, and they that escape out of mount Zion: the zeal of the LORD of hosts shall do this.

Isaiah 59:16,17
And he saw that there was no man, and wondered that there was no intercessor: therefore his arm brought salvation unto him; and his righteousness, it sustained him…

Isaiah 63:4-6
For the day of vengeance is in mine heart, and the year of my redeemed is come…

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Isaiah 9

1. What joy shall be in the midst of afflictions, by the birth and kingdom of Christ
8. The judgments upon Israel for their pride
13. For their hypocrisy
18. And for their unrepentance

Berean Study Bible

Of the increase of His government and peace
The phrase "of the increase" suggests a continual expansion, indicating that the reign of the Messiah is not static but ever-growing. The Hebrew word for "increase" is "marbeh," which implies abundance and multiplication. This growth is not just in size but in influence and impact. The "government" refers to the divine rule of the Messiah, a kingdom characterized by justice and righteousness. The "peace" mentioned here is "shalom" in Hebrew, a comprehensive peace that includes well-being, prosperity, and harmony. This peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of God's perfect order.

there will be no end
This phrase emphasizes the eternal nature of the Messiah's reign. The Hebrew word "qets" means "end" or "limit," and its negation here underscores the limitless duration of His kingdom. This eternal aspect is a fulfillment of God's covenant promises, particularly the Davidic Covenant, which assured an everlasting kingdom (2 Samuel 7:16). The endless nature of this reign assures believers of the perpetual stability and security found in Christ.

He will reign on the throne of David
The "throne of David" signifies the legitimate and rightful rule of the Messiah, who is a descendant of David. This fulfills the prophecy and promise that God made to David, ensuring that his lineage would produce a ruler whose kingdom would endure forever. The historical context here is crucial, as it ties Jesus to the Davidic line, affirming His messianic credentials and fulfilling Jewish expectations of a coming king.

and over his kingdom
The "kingdom" here refers to the dominion and realm over which the Messiah exercises His authority. This kingdom is not limited to a geographical location but extends to all creation. It is a spiritual kingdom that transcends earthly boundaries, characterized by divine principles and values. The Messiah's rule is comprehensive, impacting every aspect of life and creation.

to establish and sustain it
The words "establish" and "sustain" indicate both the founding and the ongoing maintenance of the kingdom. The Hebrew word for "establish" is "kun," which means to set up or make firm, while "sustain" is "sa'ad," meaning to uphold or support. This suggests that the Messiah's kingdom is not only initiated by divine action but is also continually upheld by God's power and authority. It is a kingdom that is both stable and enduring.

with justice and righteousness
"Justice" and "righteousness" are foundational attributes of the Messiah's reign. The Hebrew word for "justice" is "mishpat," which involves fair and equitable treatment, while "righteousness" is "tsedaqah," referring to moral integrity and uprightness. These qualities ensure that the Messiah's rule is not only powerful but also morally perfect, reflecting God's own character. This is a kingdom where truth prevails, and all wrongs are made right.

from this time and forevermore
This phrase reiterates the eternal nature of the Messiah's kingdom. "From this time" indicates the inauguration of the kingdom with the coming of the Messiah, while "forevermore" emphasizes its unending duration. The kingdom is both a present reality and a future hope, offering believers assurance of God's unchanging promises and eternal sovereignty.

The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this
The "zeal" of the LORD refers to His passionate commitment and fervent desire to fulfill His purposes. The Hebrew word "qin'ah" conveys a sense of ardor and intensity. "LORD of Hosts" is a title that emphasizes God's supreme authority and command over all heavenly and earthly armies. This phrase assures believers that the establishment and perpetuation of the Messiah's kingdom are guaranteed by God's own power and determination. It is not dependent on human effort but on divine initiative and action.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(7) Of the increase . . .--Better, "For the increase of the government, and for peace with no end . . . The "throne of David," though in harmony with the whole body of prophetic tradition as to the Messiah, may be noted as the first appearance of that tradition in Isaiah.

Henceforth even for ever.--The words admit, as in the parallels of Psalm 21:4; Psalm 61:6-7; 2Samuel 7:12-16, of being interpreted of the perpetuity of the dynasty of which the anointed king is to be the founder; but the "Everlasting Father "of the context, and the parallels of Psalm 45:6; Psalm 110:4, are in favour of its referring to a personal immortality of sovereignty. . . .

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 7. - Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end. The Messiah's kingdom shall ever increase more and more; there shall be no limits to it; ultimately it shall fill the world (comp. Matthew 28:18, 19). The continual spread of Christianity tends to the accomplishment of this prophecy. Upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom. That the Messiah is to sit on the throne of David, suggests, but does not absolutely imply, his Davidic descent. That descent is, however, announced with sufficient clearness in Isaiah 11:1, 10. To order it, and to establish it. A gradual establishment of the kingdom would seem to be implied, such as is taught also in the parables of the mustard seed and the leaven. From henceforth even forever. The kingdom is to be both universal in respect of extent (see the first note on the verse), and in respect of duration eternal. The zeal; or, jealousy. God's jealousy of his own honor, which is bound up with the prosperity and final triumph of his people over all their enemies, will assure the performance of all that is here prophesied.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Of the increase
לְמַרְבֵּ֨ה (lə·mar·bêh)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4766: Increasing, greatness, greatly

of [His] government
הַמִּשְׂרָ֜ה (ham·miś·rāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4951: Rule, dominion

and peace
וּלְשָׁל֣וֹם (ū·lə·šā·lō·wm)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace

[there will be] no
אֵֽין־ (’ên-)
Adverb
Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle

end.
קֵ֗ץ (qêṣ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7093: An extremity, after

He will reign on
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the throne
כִּסֵּ֤א (kis·sê)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3678: Seat of honor, throne

of David
דָוִד֙ (ḏā·wiḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse

and over
וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

his kingdom,
מַמְלַכְתּ֔וֹ (mam·laḵ·tōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4467: Kingdom, sovereignty, dominion, reign

to establish
לְהָכִ֤ין (lə·hā·ḵîn)
Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct
Strong's 3559: To be erect

and sustain it
וּֽלְסַעֲדָ֔הּ (ū·lə·sa·‘ă·ḏāh)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5582: To support, sustain, stay

with justice
בְּמִשְׁפָּ֖ט (bə·miš·pāṭ)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style

and righteousness
וּבִצְדָקָ֑ה (ū·ḇiṣ·ḏā·qāh)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 6666: Rightness, subjectively, objectively

from that time
מֵעַתָּה֙ (mê·‘at·tāh)
Preposition-m | Adverb
Strong's 6258: At this time

and forevermore.
וְעַד־ (wə·‘aḏ-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while

The zeal
קִנְאַ֛ת (qin·’aṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 7068: Ardor, zeal, jealousy

of the LORD
יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

of Hosts
צְבָא֖וֹת (ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)
Noun - common plural
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

will accomplish
תַּעֲשֶׂה־ (ta·‘ă·śeh-)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

this.
זֹּֽאת׃ (zōṯ)
Pronoun - feminine singular
Strong's 2063: Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that,

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