62:2 nations . . . kings. They witness the confirmation of the promises (2:2–4; 41:2 note; 52:10; 60:3; 61:11).

a new name. Like new clothes (61:10 note), the new name signifies a renewed relationship and enhanced privilege (vv. 4, 12; cf. 1:26; 56:5; 60:14, 18; cf. Gen. 17:5, 15; Rev. 2:17; 3:12).