Isaiah 60:11 Meaning
Therefore thy gates shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring unto thee the forces of the Gentiles, and that their kings may be brought.
Context Explained
9Surely the isles shall wait for me, and the ships of Tarshish first, to bring thy sons from far, their silver and their gold with them, unto the name of the LORD thy God, and to the Holy One of Israel, because he hath glorified thee.
10And the sons of strangers shall build up thy walls, and their kings shall minister unto thee: for in my wrath I smote thee, but in my favour have I had mercy on thee.
11Therefore thy gates shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring unto thee the forces of the Gentiles, and that their kings may be brought.
12For the nation and kingdom that will not serve thee shall perish; yea, those nations shall be utterly wasted.
13The glory of Lebanon shall come unto thee, the fir tree, the pine tree, and the box together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary; and I will make the place of my feet glorious.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Revelation 21:25
The gates of the New Jerusalem are open continually, symbolizing the ongoing invitation for all to come to God.
Matthew 28:19
Jesus commands His followers to make disciples of all nations, reflecting the openness to the Gentiles.
Isaiah 60:3
Both verses highlight the coming of nations to Israel, emphasizing God's plan for inclusion.
Source: Isaiah 60:11