And the Gentiles shall see thy righteousness, and all kings thy glory: and thou shalt be called by a new name, which the mouth of the LORD shall name.

ISAIAH 62:2KJV
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Isaiah 62:2 (KJV)

What does Isaiah 62:2 mean?

Isaiah 62:2 promises that people from other nations ("the Gentiles") and rulers ("all kings") will witness the righteousness and glory of God's people, and that God Himself will give them a new name. This verse points to a future time of recognition and transformation for those addressed.

In this chapter, the prophet Isaiah is speaking to Jerusalem (often representing the people of Israel) during a time when they had suffered disgrace and longing for restoration. Isaiah assures them that their renewed standing and honor will be so remarkable that even foreign nations and leaders will notice, and that God will personally give them a new identity.

The Hebrew behind Isaiah 62:2

  • "Gentiles" (גּוֹיִם, goyim): This word refers to nations or peoples outside Israel. Its use here highlights that the promised change will be visible to the whole world, not just Israel.
  • "Righteousness" (צֶדֶק, tsedeq): This word means uprightness or justice. The verse emphasizes that what others will see is not just prosperity, but a moral and spiritual transformation.
  • "Glory" (כָּבוֹד, kavod): This word often means honor or splendor. Here, it suggests that Israel's new status will be impressive and worthy of respect.
  • "New" (חָדָשׁ, chadash) and "name" (שֵׁם, shem): The promise of a "new name" given by God signals a fresh start and a new identity, showing that the change is deep and lasting, not just a surface improvement.

Why Isaiah 62:2 matters

  • Isaiah 62:2 clarifies that the restoration God promises is not just for Israel’s benefit, but will be recognized by the entire world, showing the universal scope of God’s work.
  • The verse emphasizes that the transformation is both moral ("righteousness") and visible ("glory"), correcting the idea that God’s blessings are only private or spiritual.
  • By promising a "new name" from God, Isaiah 62:2 connects to themes throughout the Bible where a new name marks a new purpose or destiny, highlighting the depth of the change God brings.

Where else these words appear

“name” Hebrew H5344 · used in 24 verses

  • Genesis 30:28 And he said, Appoint me thy wages, and I will give it.
  • 2 Kings 18:21 Now, behold, thou trustest upon the staff of this bruised reed, even upon Egypt, on which if a man lean, it will go into his hand, and pierce it: so is Pharaoh king of Egypt unto all that trust on him.
  • Job 40:24 He taketh it with his eyes: his nose pierceth through snares.

“new” Hebrew H2319 · used in 48 verses

  • Exodus 1:8 Now there arose up a new king over Egypt, which knew not Joseph.
  • 2 Samuel 21:16 And Ishbibenob, which was of the sons of the giant, the weight of whose spear weighed three hundred shekels of brass in weight, he being girded with a new sword, thought to have slain David.
  • Song of Solomon 7:13 The mandrakes give a smell, and at our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my beloved.

“righteousness” Hebrew H6664 · used in 109 verses

  • Leviticus 19:15 Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment: thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honour the person of the mighty: but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour.
  • Psalms 52:3 Thou lovest evil more than good; and lying rather than to speak righteousness. Selah.
  • Ecclesiastes 5:8 If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of judgment and justice in a province, marvel not at the matter: for he that is higher than the highest regardeth; and there be higher than they.