“A throne will even be established in lovingkindness, And a
judge will sit on it in faithfulness in the tent of David; Moreover, he will
seek justice And be prompt in righteousness.” (v.5)
Here in chapter 16 Isaiah continues his prediction of doom
against Moab. But, in verse 5 we find hope! For there is promised (out of love)
one who will sit on the throne of David and judge in faithfulness. He will seek
justice and be prompt in righteousness.
Historically, this would refer to the throne of Hezekiah, and
his government over Judah, which was more firmly settled and established after
the overthrow of the Assyrian army, through the mercy of God (Proverbs 20:28).
Hezekiah, being a type of Christ, and his throne typical of His, would make the
ultimate view of the prophecy pointing to the kingdom of Christ and His throne
and rule (Amous 9:11).
Therefore Isaiah speaks a message of hope to us all that God will restore what has fallen.
The Truth: “On that day I will raise up the tabernacle of David,
which has fallen down, and repair its damages; I will raise up its ruins, and rebuild
it as in the days of old. That they may possess the remnant of Edom and all the
nations who are called by My name,” Declares the LORD. (Amos 9:11-12)
