Isaiah 11:1
New International Version
A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit.

New Living Translation
Out of the stump of David’s family will grow a shoot— yes, a new Branch bearing fruit from the old root.

English Standard Version
There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse, and a branch from his roots shall bear fruit.

Berean Standard Bible
Then a shoot will spring up from the stump of Jesse, and a Branch from his roots will bear fruit.

King James Bible
And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots:

New King James Version
There shall come forth a Rod from the stem of Jesse, And a Branch shall grow out of his roots.

New American Standard Bible
Then a shoot will spring from the stem of Jesse, And a Branch from his roots will bear fruit.

NASB 1995
Then a shoot will spring from the stem of Jesse, And a branch from his roots will bear fruit.

NASB 1977
Then a shoot will spring from the stem of Jesse, And a branch from his roots will bear fruit.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then a shoot will spring from the stem of Jesse, And a branch from his roots will bear fruit.

Amplified Bible
Then a Shoot (the Messiah) will spring from the stock of Jesse [David’s father], And a Branch from his roots will bear fruit.

Christian Standard Bible
Then a shoot will grow from the stump of Jesse, and a branch from his roots will bear fruit.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then a shoot will grow from the stump of Jesse, and a branch from his roots will bear fruit.

American Standard Version
And there shall come forth a shoot out of the stock of Jesse, and a branch out of his roots shall bear fruit.

Contemporary English Version
Like a branch that sprouts from a stump, someone from David's family will someday be king.

English Revised Version
And there shall come forth a shoot out of the stock of Jesse, and a branch out of his roots shall bear fruit:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then a shoot will come out from the stump of Jesse, and a branch from its roots will bear fruit.

Good News Translation
The royal line of David is like a tree that has been cut down; but just as new branches sprout from a stump, so a new king will arise from among David's descendants.

International Standard Version
"A shoot will come out from the stump of Jesse, and a branch will bear fruit from his roots.

Majority Standard Bible
Then a shoot will spring up from the stump of Jesse, and a Branch from his roots will bear fruit.

NET Bible
A shoot will grow out of Jesse's root stock, a bud will sprout from his roots.

New Heart English Bible
A branch will come out of the stock of Jesse, and a shoot out of his roots will bear fruit.

Webster's Bible Translation
And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots:

World English Bible
A shoot will come out of the stock of Jesse, and a branch out of his roots will bear fruit.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And a Rod has come out from the stock of Jesse, "" And a Branch is fruitful from his roots.

Young's Literal Translation
And a rod hath come out from the stock of Jesse, And a branch from his roots is fruitful.

Smith's Literal Translation
And a rod shall come forth from the stock of Jesse, and a sprout shall blossom from his roots:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
AND there shall come forth a rod out of the root of Jesse, and a flower shall rise up out of his root.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And a rod will go forth from the root of Jesse, and a flower will ascend from his root.

New American Bible
But a shoot shall sprout from the stump of Jesse, and from his roots a bud shall blossom.

New Revised Standard Version
A shoot shall come out from the stump of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
AND there shall come forth a shoot out of the stem of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And a staff shall go forth from the stock of Iyshay (Jesse), and a shoot shall bud from his roots
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And there shall come forth a shoot out of the stock of Jesse, And a twig shall grow forth out of his roots.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And there shall come forth a rod out of the root of Jesse, and a blossom shall come up from his root:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Root of Jesse
1Then a shoot will spring up from the stump of Jesse, and a Branch from his roots will bear fruit. 2The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD.…

Cross References
Jeremiah 23:5
Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land.

Matthew 1:1
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham:

Luke 3:23-38
Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...

Revelation 5:5
Then one of the elders said to me, “Do not weep! Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed to open the scroll and its seven seals.”

Romans 15:12
And once more, Isaiah says: “The Root of Jesse will appear, One who will arise to rule over the Gentiles; in Him the Gentiles will put their hope.”

Zechariah 3:8
Hear now, O high priest Joshua, you and your companions seated before you, who are indeed a sign. For behold, I am going to bring My servant, the Branch.

Zechariah 6:12
And you are to tell him that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Here is a man whose name is the Branch, and He will branch out from His place and build the temple of the LORD.

Matthew 2:23
and he went and lived in a town called Nazareth. So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophets: “He will be called a Nazarene.”

John 7:42
Doesn’t the Scripture say that the Christ will come from the line of David and from Bethlehem, the village where David lived?”

Acts 13:23
From the descendants of this man, God has brought to Israel the Savior Jesus, as He promised.

Revelation 22:16
“I, Jesus, have sent My angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, the bright Morning Star.”

Hosea 14:5-6
I will be like the dew to Israel; he will blossom like the lily and take root like the cedars of Lebanon. / His shoots will sprout, and his splendor will be like the olive tree, his fragrance like the cedars of Lebanon.

Micah 5:2
But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come forth for Me One to be ruler over Israel—One whose origins are of old, from the days of eternity.

Jeremiah 33:15
In those days and at that time I will cause to sprout for David a righteous Branch, and He will administer justice and righteousness in the land.

2 Samuel 7:12-16
And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots:

And there shall.

Isaiah 53:1
Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed?

Zechariah 6:12
And speak unto him, saying, Thus speaketh the LORD of hosts, saying, Behold the man whose name is The BRANCH; and he shall grow up out of his place, and he shall build the temple of the LORD:

Revelation 5:5
And one of the elders saith unto me, Weep not: behold, the Lion of the tribe of Juda, the Root of David, hath prevailed to open the book, and to loose the seven seals thereof.

of Jesse

Isaiah 11:10
And in that day there shall be a root of Jesse, which shall stand for an ensign of the people; to it shall the Gentiles seek: and his rest shall be glorious.

Ruth 4:17
And the women her neighbours gave it a name, saying, There is a son born to Naomi; and they called his name Obed: he is the father of Jesse, the father of David.

1 Samuel 17:58
And Saul said to him, Whose son art thou, thou young man? And David answered, I am the son of thy servant Jesse the Bethlehemite.

a branch

Isaiah 4:2
In that day shall the branch of the LORD be beautiful and glorious, and the fruit of the earth shall be excellent and comely for them that are escaped of Israel.

Jeremiah 23:5
Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth.

Jeremiah 33:15
In those days, and at that time, will I cause the Branch of righteousness to grow up unto David; and he shall execute judgment and righteousness in the land.

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Isaiah 11
1. The peaceable kingdom of the Branch out of the root of Jesse
10. The victorious restoration of Israel, and vocation of the Gentiles.














Then a shoot
The word "shoot" in Hebrew is "נֵצֶר" (netzer), which signifies a new growth or sprout. This imagery is powerful, symbolizing hope and renewal. In the context of Isaiah, it represents the emergence of a new leader or savior from a seemingly dead or dormant lineage. The use of "shoot" suggests something small and humble, yet full of potential and life. This is a prophetic reference to the coming of the Messiah, who Christians believe is Jesus Christ, emerging from humble beginnings to bring salvation.

will spring up
The phrase "will spring up" conveys a sense of suddenness and vitality. It implies that the emergence of this shoot is both inevitable and divinely orchestrated. The Hebrew verb used here, "יָצָא" (yatsa), means to go out or come forth, indicating an action that is both natural and powerful. This reflects the belief that God's plans unfold in His perfect timing, often when least expected, bringing forth life and hope from what appears to be lifeless.

from the stump of Jesse
The "stump of Jesse" refers to the lineage of King David, Jesse being David's father. Historically, this imagery of a stump suggests that the royal line of David had been cut down, reduced to a remnant. Yet, from this remnant, God promises to bring forth a new beginning. This is a reminder of God's faithfulness to His covenant with David, as recorded in 2 Samuel 7:12-16, where God promises that David's throne will be established forever. Theologically, it underscores the belief in God's ability to bring restoration and fulfillment of His promises, even when circumstances seem dire.

and a Branch
The term "Branch" in Hebrew is "צֶמַח" (tsemach), which is often used in prophetic literature to denote a future leader or deliverer. This Branch is not just any offshoot but is significant and destined to bring about God's purposes. In Christian theology, this is seen as a direct reference to Jesus Christ, who is often called the Branch in other prophetic texts (e.g., Jeremiah 23:5, Zechariah 3:8). The Branch symbolizes growth, life, and the continuation of God's redemptive plan through the Messiah.

from his roots
The phrase "from his roots" emphasizes the continuity and connection to the Davidic line. The roots signify the deep, enduring foundation of Jesse's lineage, which, though hidden, remains alive and capable of producing new life. This speaks to the hidden yet persistent work of God throughout history, ensuring that His purposes are fulfilled. It also highlights the importance of spiritual heritage and the unseen ways God prepares for His plans to unfold.

will bear fruit
The phrase "will bear fruit" indicates the ultimate purpose and result of the Branch's emergence. In biblical symbolism, bearing fruit is often associated with fulfilling one's purpose and producing good works. This is a promise of the Messiah's fruitful ministry, bringing salvation, justice, and peace. In the New Testament, Jesus speaks of bearing fruit as a sign of true discipleship (John 15:5). This phrase reassures believers of the transformative impact of the Messiah's coming, resulting in spiritual renewal and the establishment of God's kingdom on earth.

Verses 1-9. - A RENEWED PROPHECY OF MESSIAH AND OF HIS KINGDOM. This chapter is closely connected with the preceding. With the final destruction of Assyria, which, being cut down, sends out no shoot (Isaiah 10:33, 34), is contrasted the recuperative energy of Israel, which, though equally leveled with the ground (Isaiah 9:18, 19), shall spring afresh into life, and "renew its youth." The recovery is connected - or rather identified with the coming of Messiah, whose character is beautifully portrayed (vers. 2-5). An elaborate description of Messiah's kingdom follows (vers. 6-10) - an expansion of the briefer one in Isaiah 2:3, 4. Verse 1. - There shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse. The blasted and ruined "stem" or stock of Jesse, cut down, and for ages hidden from sight, shall suddenly put forth a sprout - a young green sapling, tender vet vigorous, weak seemingly, yet foil of life (comp. Job 14:7-9, "There is hope of a tree, if it he cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not crease. Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the stock thereof die in the ground; yet through the scent of water it will bud, and bring forth boughs like a plant"). "The stem of Jesse" must mean the house of David, for there is but one Jesse (Ishai) in Scripture - David's father. A Branch shall grow out of his roots. That which is at first a sapling gains strength and grows into a "branch" (see Isaiah 4:2, where the word used, though different, is synonymous).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
A shoot
חֹ֖טֶר (ḥō·ṭer)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2415: Branch or twig, a rod

will spring up
וְיָצָ֥א (wə·yā·ṣā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

from the stump
מִגֵּ֣זַע (mig·gê·za‘)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1503: The trunk, stump of a, tree

of Jesse,
יִשָׁ֑י (yi·šāy)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3448: Jesse -- father of David

and a branch
וְנֵ֖צֶר (wə·nê·ṣer)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5342: A sprout, shoot

from his roots
מִשָּׁרָשָׁ֥יו (miš·šā·rā·šāw)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8328: A root

will bear fruit.
יִפְרֶֽה׃ (yip̄·reh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6509: To bear fruit, be fruitful


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