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Prophecy · messianic · Confidence: high · curated

A Covenant to the People

Cited scripture

  • Isa 42:6 — I the LORD have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles;

Affirmed by

8 Christian traditions affirm this interpretation.

Historic voices touch this

5 passages from 4 historic works cite scripture this interpretation depends on.

  • Catechism of the Catholic Church · 2 passages
  • Epistle of Barnabas · 1 passage
  • Commentary on the Book of the Prophet Isaiah · 1 passage
  • Commentary on the Gospel of John · 1 passage