Isaiah 66:13

“As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you; and ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem.”

Context:Isaiah 66 is the final chapter of the Book of Isaiah and contains a prophecy about the future restoration and glory of Jerusalem and the establishment of God’s kingdom. The chapter addresses the contrast between the righteous and the wicked, with God promising comfort and restoration to His people.

Symbolic Language:In this verse, God uses a powerful metaphor to convey His comforting nature. He compares Himself to a mother who tenderly comforts her child. This metaphor emphasizes the intimate and compassionate relationship God desires to have with His people.

God’s Comfort:The verse assures the people of Israel that God will comfort them in the same way a loving mother would. It highlights God’s deep care, compassion, and desire to console His children. This comforting presence of God brings assurance, hope, and restoration to His people.

Jerusalem’s Comfort:The phrase “ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem” signifies the restoration and blessing that God will bring to the city. Jerusalem holds significant spiritual and historical importance in the Bible, representing the dwelling place of God among His people. This verse speaks of the restoration of Jerusalem and the comfort that the inhabitants will experience under God’s care.

• New Testament Connection:The concept of God as a comforter is further expanded in the New Testament. In John 14:16, Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit, referred to as the “Comforter” (or “Helper”), to dwell with His disciples after His departure. This connection reinforces the idea that God’s comforting presence is accessible to believers through the indwelling Holy Spirit.

In John 14:16, Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit, referred to as the “Comforter” (or “Helper”), to dwell with His disciples after His departure. This connection reinforces the idea that God’s comforting presence is accessible to believers through the indwelling Holy Spirit.