ישעיהו, פרק מ׳, פסוק ה׳

The era of the future redemption holds an unprecedented spiritual peak, a time when God's presence will break through all concealment and become an open, tangible reality for all of humanity. This event will be marked by the triumphant redemption of the Israelites from exile, accompanied by undeniable miracles, such as finding water in the barren desert [רד״ק, צאינה וראינה]. The glory that will be revealed is essentially God's salvation and His miraculous deeds, which will compel all nations to recognize His direct involvement in the world [שד״ל, אבן עזרא, אברבנאל]. Yet, this future appearance will be far more profound than anything experienced in the past. While previous divine revelations were obscured by clouds and barriers, the future revelation will be seen through a clear lens, allowing humanity to comprehend the very essence of God rather than just the ways He governs the world [מלבי״ם].

This monumental event will not be limited to a select few individuals or exclusively to the Israelites; rather, all nations of the world will witness it as one [רד״ק, שד״ל, אברבנאל, ביאור שטיינזלץ]. Furthermore, humanity will experience this reality in absolute equality. Unlike the revelation at Mount Sinai, which featured distinct spiritual hierarchies separating Moses, the elders, and the general public, the future divine light will be perceived by every human being at the exact same level, without any class distinctions [מלבי״ם].

Regarding how humanity will actually perceive this event, there are differing perspectives. One approach suggests a literal, sensory experience, where physical eyes will genuinely behold the divine glory [מלבי״ם]. However, the primary approach among commentators is that this does not refer to physical sight, but rather to a vision of the heart, representing a deep, internal knowledge and profound understanding [רד״ק]. The traditional musical notes used for chanting the text deliberately connect the concepts to guide the listener away from the mistaken belief that God can be seen physically. Instead, the true meaning is that all people will clearly understand and recognize that the words of the prophets are indeed the absolute truth of God [שד״ל].

The absolute certainty of this future promise is guaranteed by direct prophetic assurance [שד״ל]. When the events of redemption finally unfold, all of humanity will see the ancient prophecies of comfort fully realized, knowing without a doubt that they were spoken directly by God [מצודת דוד, אבן עזרא, רד״ק]. This direct, unmediated revelation serves as the ultimate and most complete comfort. Throughout history, the messages of the prophets, the merits of the forefathers, and even the Torah itself could not fully soothe the Israelites amid the severe hardships of exile. It is only through God's direct, open intervention that the final redemption will arrive, bringing a complete comfort that leaves absolutely no room for doubt [אברבנאל].