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For, look, darkness covers the earth
and deep darkness covers[a] the nations,
but the Lord shines on you;
his splendor[b] appears over you.
Nations come to your light,
kings to your bright light.
Look all around you![c]
They all gather and come to you—
your sons come from far away,
and your daughters are escorted by guardians.

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Footnotes

  1. Isaiah 60:2 tn The verb “covers” is understood by ellipsis (note the preceding line).
  2. Isaiah 60:2 tn Or “glory” (so most English versions); TEV “the brightness of his presence.”
  3. Isaiah 60:4 tn Heb “Lift up around your eyes and see!”