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Isaiah 60:17
For brass I will bring gold, and for iron I will bring silver, and for wood brass, and for stones iron: I will also make thy officers peace, and thine exactors righteousness.

Isaiah 66:21
And I will also take of them for priestsand for Levites, saith the LORD.

Exodus 19:6
And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. Theseare the words which thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel.

called

Ezekiel 14:11
That the house of Israel may go no more astray from me, neither be polluted any more with all their transgressions; but that they may be my people, and I may be their God, saith the Lord GOD.

1 Corinthians 3:5
Who then is Paul, and whois Apollos, but ministers by whom ye believed, even as the Lord gave to every man?

1 Corinthians 4:1
Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God.

ye shall eat

Isaiah 23:18
And her merchandise and her hire shall be holiness to the LORD: it shall not be treasured nor laid up; for her merchandise shall be for them that dwell before the LORD, to eat sufficiently, and for durable clothing.

Isaiah 60:6-7,10,11,16
The multitude of camels shall cover thee, the dromedaries of Midian and Ephah; all they from Sheba shall come: they shall bring gold and incense; and they shall shew forth the praises of the LORD…

Isaiah 66:12
For thus saith the LORD, Behold, I will extend peace to her like a river, and the glory of the Gentiles like a flowing stream: then shall ye suck, ye shall be borne uponher sides, and be dandled uponher knees.

they will speak of you as ministers of our God;
The term "ministers" here implies service and dedication to God's work. In the historical context, ministers were those who served in the temple, assisting the priests. This phrase suggests a recognition by others of the spiritual authority and service of God's people. It reflects a future where the people of God are acknowledged for their devotion and service to Him, fulfilling roles that were once exclusive to a select few. This can be seen as a foreshadowing of the New Covenant, where all believers have direct access to God and are called to serve Him.

you will feed on the wealth of nations,
This phrase indicates a reversal of fortunes and a blessing of abundance. Historically, Israel often faced oppression and exploitation by surrounding nations. The promise here is one of restoration and provision, where the wealth of the nations will be brought to God's people. This can be seen as a fulfillment of the Abrahamic covenant, where God promised to bless those who bless Israel (Genesis 12:3). It also points to a future time of prosperity and peace, possibly in the Messianic age, where God's people will experience material and spiritual abundance.

and you will boast in their riches.
Boasting in the riches of the nations suggests a time when God's people will have reason to celebrate and take pride in the blessings they receive. This is not a prideful boasting but a recognition of God's provision and faithfulness. It reflects a future where the wealth and resources of the world are used for God's glory and the benefit of His people. This can be connected to the eschatological vision inRevelation 21:24, where the nations bring their glory and honor into the New Jerusalem, symbolizing the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises to His people.

“But you will be called the priests of the LORD” (Isaiah 61:6a)

• God promised Israel a priestly identity as early asExodus 19:6: “you shall be to Me a kingdom of priests.” Isaiah reaffirms that calling and projects it into Messiah’s reign.

• The priest’s role is to stand between God and people, offering worship and representing God’s character (Malachi 2:7).

• In Christ, this calling overflows to all believers: “you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood” (1 Peter 2:5).Revelation 1:6 shows the ultimate fulfillment: Jesus “has made us to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father.”

• Taken literally, the verse promises national Israel a restored priestly function in the future kingdom, while offering a present spiritual reality for the church.

“they will speak of you as ministers of our God” (Isaiah 61:6b)

• “Minister” points to active service. Paul embraces the term: “He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant” (2Colossians 3:6).

•Isaiah 66:21 foresees God taking even Gentiles “for priests and Levites,” showing worldwide acknowledgment of God’s servants.

• Practical implications:

– Serve in word and deed (1 Peter 4:10–11).

– Display God’s compassion (Matthew 20:26–28).

– Live so plainly for Christ that outsiders identify you as His minister (Acts 4:13).

• The phrase assures that God’s people will be publicly recognized as His authorized representatives.

“you will feed on the wealth of nations” (Isaiah 61:6c)

• Isaiah pictures material abundance flowing to Zion (Isaiah 60:5–11). “The wealth of Egypt and merchandise of Cush” will come over (Isaiah 45:14).

•Zechariah 14:14 andRevelation 21:24 echo the theme: nations bring their treasures to honor the King.

• The language is literal—God will provide tangible resources for His people in the coming kingdom. Spiritually, believers today “share in the blessings of the gospel” (1 Corinthians 9:23).

• Feeding implies satisfaction, not greed. AsPsalm 23:1 declares, “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”

“and you will boast in their riches” (Isaiah 61:6d)

• Biblical “boast” points to joyful exultation in what God has done.Jeremiah 9:24: “Let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me.”

•Psalm 106:5 links the idea with participating in the Lord’s gladness: “that I may share in the joy of Your chosen.”

• When nations’ resources enhance God’s work, His people rightfully celebrate His provision—not human pride but worshipful gratitude (2Colossians 10:17).

• Ultimately, the riches gathered will spotlight the glory of the Redeemer (Revelation 5:12).

Isaiah 61:6 promises God’s people a priestly status, visible ministry, abundant provision, and joyful celebration of His supplied riches. Literally fulfilled for restored Israel and spiritually applied to the church, the verse assures every believer that God equips, honors, and satisfies those who serve Him, turning all prosperity into praise of His matchless name.

Ye shall eat the riches of the Gentiles . . .--St. Paul seems to see a partial fulfilment of the promise in the collection made among the Gentiles for the Church at Jerusalem (Romans 15:27). On the other hand, the phrase that the conversion of the Jews shall be the riches of the Gentiles (Romans 11:12), affords an illustration of the varying aspects of prophetic imagery. . . .