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◄ Isaiah 56:6►

New International Version
And foreigners who bind themselves to the LORD to minister to him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be his servants, all who keep the Sabbath without desecrating it and who hold fast to my covenant—

New Living Translation
“I will also bless the foreigners who commit themselves to the LORD, who serve him and love his name, who worship him and do not desecrate the Sabbath day of rest, and who hold fast to my covenant.

English Standard Version
“And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, to minister to him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be his servants, everyone who keeps the Sabbath and does not profane it, and holds fast my covenant—

Berean Standard Bible
And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants—all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant—

King James Bible
Also the sons of the stranger, that join themselves to the LORD, to serve him, and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, every one that keepeth the sabbath from polluting it, and taketh hold of my covenant;

New King James Version
“Also the sons of the foreigner Who join themselves to the LORD, to serve Him, And to love the name of the LORD, to be His servants— Everyone who keeps from defiling the Sabbath, And holds fast My covenant—

New American Standard Bible
“Also the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, To attend to His service and to love the name of the LORD, To be His servants, every one who keeps the Sabbath so as not to profane it, And holds firmly to My covenant;

NASB 1995
“Also the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, To minister to Him, and to love the name of the LORD, To be His servants, every one who keeps from profaning the sabbath And holds fast My covenant;

NASB 1977
“Also the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, To minister to Him, and to love the name of the LORD, To be His servants, every one who keeps from profaning the sabbath, And holds fast My covenant;

Legacy Standard Bible
“Also the foreigners who join themselves to Yahweh, To minister to Him, and to love the name of Yahweh, To be His slaves, every one who keeps from profaning the sabbath And takes hold of My covenant,

Amplified Bible
“Also the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, To minister to Him, and to love the name of the LORD, To be His servants, everyone who keeps the Sabbath without profaning it And holds fast to My covenant [by conscientious obedience];

Christian Standard Bible
As for the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to him, to love the name of the LORD, and to become his servants — all who keep the Sabbath without desecrating it and who hold firmly to my covenant —

Holman Christian Standard Bible
And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD minister to Him, love the name of Yahweh and become His servants, all who keep the Sabbath without desecrating it and who hold firmly to My covenant—

American Standard Version
Also the foreigners that join themselves to Jehovah, to minister unto him, and to love the name of Jehovah, to be his servants, every one that keepeth the sabbath from profaning it, and holdeth fast my covenant;

Contemporary English Version
Foreigners will follow me. They will love me and worship in my name; they will respect the Sabbath and keep our agreement.

English Revised Version
Also the strangers, that join themselves to the LORD, to minister unto him, and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, every one that keepeth the sabbath from profaning it, and holdeth fast by my covenant;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
And [I will remember] the foreigners who have joined the LORD to worship him, to love the LORD's name, and to be his servants. All of them will keep the day of worship from becoming unholy and will faithfully observe the conditions of my promise.

Good News Translation
And the LORD says to those foreigners who become part of his people, who love him and serve him, who observe the Sabbath and faithfully keep his covenant:

International Standard Version
"Also, the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, to minister to him, to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, and to bless the LORD'S name, observing the Sabbath without profaning it, and who hold fast my covenant—

NET Bible
As for foreigners who become followers of the LORD and serve him, who love the name of the LORD and want to be his servants--all who observe the Sabbath and do not defile it, and who are faithful to my covenant--

New Heart English Bible
Also the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, to minister to him, and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, everyone who keeps the Sabbath from profaning it, and holds fast my covenant;

Webster's Bible Translation
Also the sons of the stranger, that join themselves to the LORD, to serve him, and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, every one that keepeth the sabbath from profaning it, and taketh hold of my covenant;

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants—all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant—

World English Bible
Also the foreigners who join themselves to Yahweh to serve him, and to love Yahweh’s name, to be his servants, everyone who keeps the Sabbath from profaning it, and holds fast my covenant,

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And sons of the stranger, who are joined to YHWH, "" To serve Him, and to love the Name of YHWH, "" To be for servants to Him, "" All keeping from defiling the Sabbath, "" And those keeping hold on My covenant,

Young's Literal Translation
And sons of the stranger, who are joined to Jehovah, To serve Him, and to love the name of Jehovah, To be to Him for servants, Every keeper of the sabbath from polluting it, And those keeping hold on My covenant.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of the stranger joining themselves to Jehovah to serve him, and to love the name of Jehovah, to be to him for servants, every one watching the Sabbath from defiling it, and taking hold upon my covenant;

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And the children of the stranger that adhere to the Lord, to worship him, and to love his name, to be his servants: every one that keepeth the sabbath from profaning it, and that holdeth fast my covenant:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the sons of the new arrival, who adhere to the Lord so as to worship him and to love his name, shall be his servants: all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it, and who hold to my covenant.

New American Bible
And foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, to minister to him, To love the name of the LORD, to become his servants— All who keep the sabbath without profaning it and hold fast to my covenant,

New Revised Standard Version
And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD, to minister to him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be his servants, all who keep the sabbath, and do not profane it, and hold fast my covenant—

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Also to the sons of the strangers who follow the LORD, to serve him and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, every one who keeps from profaning the sabbath and takes hold of my covenant,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And to the foreign children who follow LORD JEHOVAH for his service and to love the name of LORD JEHOVAH, and they who will be Servants to him, everyone who also keeps the Sabbath that he will not break it, and they are empowered in my covenant

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
Also the aliens, that join themselves to the LORD, to minister unto Him, And to love the name of the LORD, To be His servants, Every one that keepeth the sabbath from profaning it, And holdeth fast by My covenant:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
AndI will give it to the strangers that attach themselves to the Lord, to serve him, and to love the name of the Lord, to be to him servants and handmaids; andas for all that keep my sabbaths from profaningthem, and that take hold of my covenant;

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Salvation for Foreigners
…5I will give them, in My house and within My walls, a memorial and a name better than that of sons and daughters. I will give them an everlasting name that will not be cut off.6And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him,to love the name of the LORD,and to be His servants—all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant—7I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.”…

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Cross References

Isaiah 56:7
I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.”

Isaiah 2:2-3
In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. / And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.

Isaiah 14:1
For the LORD will have compassion on Jacob; once again He will choose Israel and settle them in their own land. The foreigner will join them and unite with the house of Jacob.

Isaiah 60:3
Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

Isaiah 66:18-21
“And I, knowing their deeds and thoughts, am coming to gather all nations and tongues, and they will come and see My glory. / I will establish a sign among them, and I will send survivors from among them to the nations—to Tarshish, Put, and the archers of Lud; to Tubal, Javan, and the islands far away who have not heard of My fame or seen My glory. So they will proclaim My glory among the nations. / And they will bring all your brothers from all the nations as a gift to the LORD on horses and chariots and wagons, on mules and camels, to My holy mountain Jerusalem,” says the LORD, “just as the Israelites bring an offering in a clean vessel to the house of the LORD.” ...

Zechariah 2:11
“On that day many nations will join themselves to the LORD, and they will become My people. I will dwell among you, and you will know that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you.

Zechariah 8:20-23
This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Peoples will yet come—the residents of many cities— / and the residents of one city will go to another, saying: ‘Let us go at once to plead before the LORD and to seek the LORD of Hosts. I myself am going.’ / And many peoples and strong nations will come to seek the LORD of Hosts in Jerusalem and to plead before the LORD.” ...

Psalm 86:9
All the nations You have made will come and bow before You, O Lord, and they will glorify Your name.

Psalm 22:27
All the ends of the earth will remember and turn to the LORD. All the families of the nations will bow down before Him.

Jeremiah 31:33
“But this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the LORD. I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people.

Jeremiah 32:38-40
They will be My people, and I will be their God. / I will give them one heart and one way, so that they will always fear Me for their own good and for the good of their children after them. / I will make an everlasting covenant with them: I will never turn away from doing good to them, and I will put My fear in their hearts, so that they will never turn away from Me.

Acts 10:34-35
Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, / but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right.

Acts 15:14-17
Simon has told us how God first visited the Gentiles to take from them a people to be His own. / The words of the prophets agree with this, as it is written: / ‘After this I will return and rebuild the fallen tent of David. Its ruins I will rebuild, and I will restore it, ...

Romans 11:17-24
Now if some branches have been broken off, and you, a wild olive shoot, have been grafted in among the others to share in the nourishment of the olive root, / do not boast over those branches. If you do, remember this: You do not support the root, but the root supports you. / You will say then, “Branches were broken off so that I could be grafted in.” ...

Romans 15:9-12
so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.” / Again, it says: “Rejoice, O Gentiles, with His people.” / And again: “Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles, and extol Him, all you peoples.” ...

Treasury of Scripture

Also the sons of the stranger, that join themselves to the LORD, to serve him, and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, every one that keeps the sabbath from polluting it, and takes hold of my covenant;

join

Isaiah 56:3
Neither let the son of the stranger, that hath joined himself to the LORD, speak, saying, The LORD hath utterly separated me from his people: neither let the eunuch say, Behold, Iam a dry tree.

Isaiah 44:5
One shall say, Iam the LORD'S; and another shall callhimself by the name of Jacob; and another shall subscribewith his hand unto the LORD, and surnamehimself by the name of Israel.

Jeremiah 50:5
They shall ask the way to Zion with their faces thitherward,saying, Come, and let us join ourselves to the LORD in a perpetual covenantthat shall not be forgotten.

to love

Mark 12:30-34
And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: thisis the first commandment…

Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according tohis purpose.

1 Corinthians 16:22
If any man love not the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be Anathema Maranatha.

every

Isaiah 56:2
Blessedis the manthat doeth this, and the son of manthat layeth hold on it; that keepeth the sabbath from polluting it, and keepeth his hand from doing any evil.

Isaiah 58:13
If thou turn away thy foot from the sabbath,from doing thy pleasure on my holy day; and call the sabbath a delight, the holy of the LORD, honourable; and shalt honour him, not doing thine own ways, nor finding thine own pleasure, nor speakingthine own words:

Revelation 1:10
I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and heard behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet,

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Book ◦ Chapter

And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD
This phrase highlights the inclusivity of God's covenant, extending beyond Israel to include Gentiles. In the Old Testament, foreigners were often seen as outsiders, but here they are invited to join the community of believers. This foreshadows the New Testament message of salvation for all nations (Matthew 28:19). The Hebrew term for "join" implies a strong commitment, akin to a covenant relationship, similar to Ruth's declaration to Naomi (Ruth 1:16).

to minister to Him
The role of ministering to God was traditionally reserved for the Levites, but this passage opens it to foreigners, indicating a shift towards a more inclusive worship. This anticipates the New Testament priesthood of all believers (1 Peter 2:9). Ministering involves acts of worship, service, and devotion, reflecting a heart committed to God.

to love the name of the LORD
Loving God's name signifies reverence and devotion. In Hebrew culture, a name represents one's character and essence. Loving God's name means embracing His nature and commandments. This aligns with the greatest commandment to love God with all one's heart, soul, and mind (Deuteronomy 6:5;Matthew 22:37).

and to be His servants
Being a servant of God implies obedience and dedication. This echoes the call to servanthood seen throughout Scripture, where true greatness is found in serving others (Mark 10:43-45). It also reflects the life of Jesus, the ultimate servant (Philippians 2:7).

all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it
The Sabbath was a sign of the covenant between God and Israel (Exodus 31:13). Keeping it holy was a demonstration of faithfulness and trust in God's provision. For foreigners to observe the Sabbath signifies their full integration into the covenant community. This also points to the rest found in Christ, who is the Lord of the Sabbath (Matthew 12:8).

and who hold fast to My covenant
Holding fast to the covenant involves faithfulness and adherence to God's laws. This phrase emphasizes the importance of commitment and loyalty to God's promises. It connects to the New Covenant established through Jesus' sacrifice, which is open to all who believe (Hebrews 8:6-13). The call to hold fast is a recurring theme, urging believers to remain steadfast in their faith (Hebrews 10:23).

Persons / Places / Events

1.Foreigners
Non-Israelites who choose to follow the God of Israel. This term highlights the inclusivity of God's covenant, extending beyond ethnic Israel.

2.The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal and unchanging nature. It is to Him that the foreigners are joining themselves.

3.Sabbath
A day of rest and worship, instituted by God as a sign of His covenant with Israel. Observance of the Sabbath is a key aspect of faithfulness to God's covenant.

4.Covenant
The binding agreement between God and His people, which includes promises and obligations. In this context, it refers to the broader covenantal relationship that God offers to all who follow Him.

5.Servants
Those who dedicate themselves to serving God, indicating a life of devotion and obedience.

Teaching Points

Inclusivity of God's Covenant
God's covenant is open to all who choose to follow Him, regardless of their ethnic background. This challenges us to embrace diversity within the body of Christ.

Commitment to Worship and Service
Joining oneself to the LORD involves a commitment to worship and serve Him. This calls us to evaluate our dedication to God in our daily lives.

Observance of the Sabbath
Keeping the Sabbath is a sign of faithfulness to God. While the specific observance may vary, the principle of rest and worship remains vital.

Holding Fast to God's Covenant
Faithfulness to God's covenant requires perseverance and dedication. We are encouraged to hold fast to our faith, even in challenging times.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Isaiah 56:6?

2.How does Isaiah 56:6 encourage Gentiles to join in worshiping the Lord?

3.What does "hold fast to My covenant" mean for believers today?

4.How does Isaiah 56:6 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19?

5.In what ways can we "minister to Him" in our daily lives?

6.How can honoring the Sabbath deepen our relationship with God according to Isaiah 56:6?

7.What does Isaiah 56:6 reveal about God's inclusion of foreigners in His covenant?

8.How does Isaiah 56:6 challenge traditional views on who can serve God?

9.Why is the Sabbath emphasized in Isaiah 56:6 for foreigners?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 56?

11.Are there any historical or archaeological records supporting Isaiah 56’s inclusive vision of foreigners worshiping in the Temple?

12.How does Isaiah 56:6–7 reconcile with verses that depict Israel’s exclusive covenant in earlier chapters of Isaiah?

13.What does "One Shepherd and One Flock" mean?

14.In Ezekiel 44:9, foreigners are barred from the sanctuary, yet other passages invite them to worship—how can these conflicting views on outsiders be reconciled?

What Does Isaiah 56:6 Mean

And the foreigners

• God’s embrace extends beyond ethnic Israel. In Isaiah’s day, “foreigners” were Gentiles who lived among the covenant people (cf.Exodus 12:48;Isaiah 42:6).

• This phrase shows that salvation was always meant to be global—fulfilled in Christ who “is the atoning sacrifice…for the sins of the whole world” (1 John 2:2).

•Revelation 5:9 pictures redeemed people “from every tribe and tongue and people and nation,” echoing Isaiah’s promise.

who join themselves to the LORD

• “Join” pictures deliberate attachment, like grafting a branch (Romans 11:17).

•Jeremiah 50:5 speaks of nations saying, “Come, let us join ourselves to the LORD in an everlasting covenant.”

• True faith is never passive; it clings to the living God (Joshua 23:8).

to minister to Him

• Ministry isn’t limited to Israel’s priests; any believer may serve God directly (1 Peter 2:9).

• InIsaiah 61:6 the Lord foretells, “You will be called priests of the LORD; they will speak of you as ministers of our God.”

• Service includes worship, obedience, and works of mercy (Hebrews 13:15-16).

to love the name of the LORD

• Love drives obedience (John 14:15).

•Psalm 5:11: “May those who love Your name rejoice in You.”

•Malachi 1:11 condemns half-hearted worship; Isaiah lifts up foreigners who genuinely cherish God’s reputation and character.

and to be His servants

• A servant yields ownership. Paul says, “You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to God” (Romans 6:22).

• Jesus declares, “If anyone serves Me, he must follow Me” (John 12:26).

• Isaiah foreshadows believers gladly identifying as bond-servants of the Lord.

all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it

• Sabbath keeping expressed covenant loyalty (Exodus 20:8-11).

•Nehemiah 13:17-23 shows how seriously God viewed Sabbath profanation.

• While the Mosaic sign is fulfilled in Christ—“The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath” (Matthew 12:8)—the principle of resting in God’s completed work remains (Hebrews 4:9-10).

and who hold fast to My covenant

• “Hold fast” means steady perseverance (Deuteronomy 4:4).

• Isaiah points to a faith that endures, not a momentary decision (Hebrews 10:23).

• God promises inJeremiah 31:33, “I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts.” Clinging to the covenant demonstrates that inner work.

summary

Isaiah 56:6 reveals God’s heart to welcome anyone—Jew or Gentile—who clings to Him through faith expressed in loving devotion, obedient service, Sabbath-centered rest, and covenant loyalty. The verse anticipates the New Testament reality of one unified people redeemed by Christ, called to worship, serve, and delight in the Lord forever.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(6)Also the sons of the stranger . . .--Proselytes also were to share in the blessings of the wider covenant. The words "to serve him" have been referred to some menial offices like that of the Nethinim, "hewers of wood and drawers of water" (Joshua 9:27;Ezra 8:20). The usage of the word, however, limits it to honourable functions. The germ of Isaiah's thought appears in Solomon's dedication prayer (1Kings 8:41-43). It receives its highest development (in its entire separation from the building with which there and here it is associated), inJohn 4:23. Comp. a further emancipation from the bondage of the law inIsaiah 66:21.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 6. -Also the sons of the stranger (comp. ver. 3). The proselytes shall not be treated as they fear. On the contrary, God will treat them in exactly the same way as his original people - will conduct them to Palestine, settle them in his "holy mountain," admit them to the temple services, accept their burnt offerings and their sacrifices. All this will be a foretaste of their position in the Christian Church, where there will be neither Jew nor Gentile, neither circumcision nor uncircumcision, but a community where all are brethren and all have equal privileges.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

And the foreigners
וּבְנֵ֣י(ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121:A son

who join
הַנִּלְוִ֤ים(han·nil·wîm)
Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 3867:To twine, to unite, to remain, to borrow, to lend

themselves to
עַל־(‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against

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

to minister to Him,
לְשָׁ֣רְת֔וֹ(lə·šā·rə·ṯōw)
Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8334:To attend as a, menial, worshipper, to contribute to

to love
וּֽלְאַהֲבָה֙(ū·lə·’a·hă·ḇāh)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 157:To have affection f

the name
שֵׁ֣ם(šêm)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8034:A name

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

and to be
לִהְי֥וֹת(lih·yō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, be

His servants—
לַעֲבָדִ֑ים(la·‘ă·ḇā·ḏîm)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5650:Slave, servant

all
כָּל־(kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, every

who keep
שֹׁמֵ֤ר(šō·mêr)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 8104:To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to

the Sabbath
שַׁבָּת֙(šab·bāṯ)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 7676:Intermission, the Sabbath

without profaning it
מֵֽחַלְּל֔וֹ(mê·ḥal·lə·lōw)
Preposition-m | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 2490:To bore, to wound, to dissolve, to profane, to break, to begin, to play

and who hold fast
וּמַחֲזִיקִ֖ים(ū·ma·ḥă·zî·qîm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 2388:To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer

to My covenant—
בִּבְרִיתִֽי׃(biḇ·rî·ṯî)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1285:A covenant

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