Book of Isaiah - Chapter 42 - Verse 6
Meaning
The verse '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;' is a powerful message from God to His chosen people. In this verse, God is communicating his promise to guide and protect his people. The phrase 'called thee in righteousness' signifies that God has called his people to live in a righteous manner, following his commands and walking in his ways. By saying 'will hold thine hand' and 'will keep thee,' God is assuring his people that he will never abandon them and will always be there to support them through every trial and tribulation. The phrase 'give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles' indicates that God's people are chosen to be a shining example to others, spreading the light of God's love and truth to all nations.