Isaiah 9:6-7
Isaiah 9 :6 -7
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end.
— NIV
Context
Isaiah's prophecy of the coming messianic king.
Isaiah 9:6-7
The Messianic King—Isaiah’s prophecy of a child who will reign with divine titles.
The Four Names
The child is given extraordinary titles: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Christians see this fulfilled in Jesus; Jewish interpretation focuses on the ideal Davidic king. The passage profoundly shapes messianic expectations.