Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.
Ver. 1. Arise.] Thou, O my Church, that now liest in pulvere vastitatis, as a forlorn captive, rouse up thyself, change both thy countenance and condition; Tanquam libera ac laeta ad novum nuncium; up, and look up, I have joyful tidings for thee.
For thy light is come.] Christ, who is αυτοφως - light essential. Joh 12:46
And, the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.] The glorious gospel of grace. 2Co 3:7 ; 2Co 4:4