Isaiah 42:4 Meaning
He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law.
Context Explained
2He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be heard in the street.
3A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth.
4He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law.
5Thus saith God the LORD, he that created the heavens, and stretched them out; he that spread forth the earth, and that which cometh out of it; he that giveth breath unto the people upon it, and spirit to them that walk therein:
6I the LORD have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles;
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Revelation 21:4
This verse speaks of God making all things new, echoing the theme of justice and renewal.
Romans 3:26
Paul explains how God is just and justifies those who have faith in Jesus.
Isaiah 9:7
The increase of peace and justice is a theme fulfilled in Christ's reign.
Source: Isaiah 42:4