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Atomic Bible
Isaiah 61:6
But you will be called the priests of the LORD;
from The Year of the LORD’s Favor, Isaiah 61:1-11
What it says

God's people are called priests of the LORD and ministers of God, feeding on the wealth of nations.

What it is doing

This verse identifies restored Zion with a priestly vocation and public dignity.

In context

1The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, 2to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor 3to console the mourners in Zion — 4They will rebuild the ancient ruins; 5Strangers will stand and feed your flocks, 6But you will be called the priests of the LORD; 7Instead of shame, My people will have a double portion, 8For I, the LORD, love justice; 9Their descendants will be known among the nations, 10I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, 11For as the earth brings forth its growth,